Men’s Issues therapists in Bedford, NS
Browse Men’s Issues therapists in Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Dr. Patrick McGrath
Psychologist, O.C., C. Psychologist
Navigating societal expectations around masculinity, strength, and self-reliance can often leave men feeling isolated when dealing with stress, emotional pain, or life's pressures. Whether you are grappling with work burnout, relationship strain, anger, fatherhood, or simply trying to figure out who you are outside of your performance and responsibilities, you deserve a space where you can drop the armor. Using a collaborative, evidence-based approach, we will work together in a practical, down-to-earth environment to help you unpack what you're carrying, build emotional flexibility, and reconnect with a sense of purpose and well-being.
48 Years Experience
Online in Bedford, NS (Online Only)
Matthew Pitts
Registered Psychotherapist, Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Whether relating to relationships, sexuality, anger, unemployment/joblessness or your own particular concerns, you do not have to face these challenges alone. I’m a husband and father, and I’m interested in hearing your story, goals, hardships, feelings, beliefs, values and desires. I bring an empathic but analytical style to therapy, and I offer a safe space where you can express yourself. If this resonates with you, reach out for a free consultation.
2 Years Experience
Online in Bedford, NS (Online Only)
Tina Presta
Counsellor/Therapist, CPCA MPCC- Provisional, CCPCPR.Cand
For many men, the pressure to always appear strong, successful, and completely in control comes at a massive personal cost. On paper, you may be the reliable anchor for everyone else—taking care of business, navigating career demands, and managing relationship strains. But privately, holding yourself to these relentless standards leaves you feeling profoundly lonely, exhausted, and stuck with a silent sense of low mood or anxiety. Society often tells men to push through the stress, causing you to disconnect from your own body and your true direction.I provide a dedicated, non-judgmental space specifically tailored to navigating men’s issues, high-achievement burnout, and major life hardships. In our sessions, we drop the expectation to "fix" everything instantly and instead look collaboratively at what is happening beneath the surface. We utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to untangle unhelpful patterns, tame a loud inner critic, and build practical, everyday mindset tools.Because men often internalize stress as physical tension, chronic fatigue, or irritability, we go beyond traditional talk therapy. We integrate somatic tools, breathing techniques, and visual exercises alongside neuro-experiential tools like Brainspotting. This allows us to safely bypass the analytical mind, helping your nervous system process and release the hidden emotional material, self-doubt, or unspoken grief you’ve been hanging onto for years. Whether you are navigating a divorce, a career transition, or a total loss of direction, you don't have to carry the weight alone. Together, we will build a more intentional, resilient, and grounded path forward.
2 Years Experience
Online in Bedford, NS
Dr. Stéphanie Gamache, PhD
Hypnotherapist, PhD
Men’s issues often involve unspoken pressures around performance, intimacy, emotional expression, and identity. My work integrates psychoanalytic exploration, clinical sexology, and somatic awareness to support men in developing a more coherent and embodied sense of self. This process allows for greater freedom in relationships, sexuality, and emotional life.
7 Years Experience
Online in Bedford, NS (Online Only)
Antony Alexander
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
I work with men navigating emotional expression, relationships, identity, and life transitions. Therapy provides a space to explore challenges openly and develop healthier emotional awareness and coping strategies.
12 Years Experience
Online in Bedford, NS (Online Only)
Men’s Issues therapists in Bedford, NS Statistics
Men’s Issues therapists in Bedford, NS average 13 years of experience and charge around $171 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (71%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (47%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (44%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$171
Accept insurance
62%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Male |
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| 39% |
Female |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 71% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 44% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 41% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 41% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 38% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 35% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 85% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 59% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 79% | Men |
| 65% | Women |
| 59% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Asian |
| 47% | Buddhist |