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Are you having a tough time navigating life as a man? We guarantee that you’re not the only one - many men struggle with social ideas of masculinity. Your preconceived notions about male gender roles and social norms can drive you to think and act in ways that don’t serve you. They can lead to uncomfortable interactions, destructive behaviour, and even mental issues - also known as toxic masculinity.

A licensed therapist who specializes in working with men and masculinity can help you explore yourself so you can express your masculinity in a healthy, authentic way. Whether you are located in downtown Thornton, the suburbs of Thornton, other nearby places such as Glenwood, Harvey, or anywhere else in Illinois, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You Should Consider Toxic Masculinity Therapy

Here are some signs that you should consider therapy for toxic masculinity:

  • You act in ways you think society wants, rather than what feels authentic.
  • You are aggressive and stoic, even when you don’t want to be.
  • You ignore or repress your emotions in ways that feel harmful.
  • You have difficult relationships or feel like you can’t get along with partners of another gender.
  • You simply want to explore your masculine side.

If any of the above describes you, we recommend seeking out a therapist trained to work with men and masculinity. The concept of toxic masculinity may be difficult to understand. To learn more about it, read licensed therapist Miranda Campbell’s article on getting help for toxic masculinity.

Change Your Life with Male-Focused Therapy!

A masculinity therapist will not only help you break away from arbitrary male gender roles, but they’ll give you the tools you need to be the man you want to be. With Mental Health Match, finding a qualified masculinity therapist is easy! Start by browsing male-focused experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

Thornton, IL Masculinity Therapists - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

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Help you gain more insight to yourself, your symptoms and why they may be happening, examining how larger influences around you may be negatively and/or positively impacting how you're feeling, and help you gain more skills for managing concerns.


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Help you gain more insight to yourself, your symptoms and why they may be happening, examining how larger influences around you may be negatively and/or positively impacting how you're feeling, and help you gain more skills for managing concerns.

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My approach is ideal for long-term health, preferring to do the deeper work often needed for holistic, lasting change rather than short fixes! I enjoy utilizing humor, and creative approaches to therapy, providing balance and support within our work.

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  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Dieting
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Eating Disorders
  • Faith/Religious Deconstruction
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Religious Trauma
  • Self-Compassion
  • Sexuality
  • Shame
  • Trauma
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Together, we will explore your individual experiences and gently uncover what it is that is standing in your way of feeling and living your best life.

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I work to create a safe, judgement-free space of growth where we can process your emotions and experiences. Everyone is different and there is no one size fits all approach to therapy. I look forward to helping you in whatever way that I can.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Body Image
  • Bullying
  • Career Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Criminal Justice Involvement
  • Depression
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Family Conflict
  • Fertility Challenges
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief
  • Grief from Losing a Pet
  • LGBTQ+
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy
  • Premarital Counseling
  • Relationship Distress
  • School Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sex Offenders
  • Sexuality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Trauma
  • Women
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Maya Chehab
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Revealing what motivates our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can unlock renewed self-awareness, leading to meaningful breakthroughs. This newly acquired knowledge can transform and enrich our perception of ourselves and of the world surrounding us.


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Revealing what motivates our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can unlock renewed self-awareness, leading to meaningful breakthroughs. This newly acquired knowledge can transform and enrich our perception of ourselves and of the world surrounding us.

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I practice psychodynamic therapy. My approach is warm, non-directive, non-judgmental, and holistic, as it welcomes you as a whole, including your history, your background, your personality, and your embodied experience.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Disorders
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Alternative Relationships
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Betrayal Trauma
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Complex Anxiety
  • Complex Trauma
  • Complicated Grief
  • Cultural Adjustment
  • Cultural Identity
  • Cultural Issues
  • Cultural Trauma
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Developmental Trauma
  • Family Trauma
  • Gender Identity
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • Healing From Relationships
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Interfaith Relationships
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Life Adjustment
  • Mild Depression
  • Mother-Daughter Relationships
  • Multicultural Identity
  • Open Relationships
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Persistant Depressive Disorder
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
  • Relational Trauma
  • Relationship Distress
  • Relationships
  • Relationship Trauma
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Orientation
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Shame
  • Sibling Relationships
  • Social Anxiety
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Trauma From Abuse
  • Traumatic Loss
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Heather Beller
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use EMDR and IFS to tackle patterns of shame, guilt, and people-pleasing, as well as help you learn to manage anxiety and let go of perfectionism. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and build more balanced, fulfilling relationships.


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use EMDR and IFS to tackle patterns of shame, guilt, and people-pleasing, as well as help you learn to manage anxiety and let go of perfectionism. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and build more balanced, fulfilling relationships.

Something to know about my approach is:

it's highly relational; The connection and safety we build together are crucial to the process. I use thoughtful questions, intentional techniques, and a blend of approaches to help you create alignment in your body, heart, and mind.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Family of Origin
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationships
  • Shame
  • Trauma
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Dr. Mike Strand
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In therapy, we'll collaborate to help you gain clarity about your current challenges. From there, we will build upon your strengths with new strategies and skills to get "unstuck" from your move forward towards lasting change & growth.


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In therapy, we'll collaborate to help you gain clarity about your current challenges. From there, we will build upon your strengths with new strategies and skills to get "unstuck" from your move forward towards lasting change & growth.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, solution-focused, and grounded in psychological science. This means that the therapies we select will be highly effective and perfectly suited to empower you in reaching your personal goals.

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  • Anxiety
  • Childhood Trauma
  • LGBTQ+
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