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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 Santa Barbara, the suburbs of Santa Barbara, other nearby places such as Ventura, Lompoc, or anywhere else in California, 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.

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Robyn Buresh
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uncover the drivers and triggers that keep you feeling stuck, from living fully and authentically. I will join alongside you on your journey to wholeness, healing, and peace.


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uncover the drivers and triggers that keep you feeling stuck, from living fully and authentically. I will join alongside you on your journey to wholeness, healing, and peace.

Something to know about my approach is:

I put my pants on and spill coffee on my t-shirt just like you. This means I show up in therapy as a regular person with training and expertise that is delivered in a way to encourage and allow for you to relax, be yourself, and get deep.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Disenfranchised Grief
  • Gender Identity
  • Identity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Health
  • Sexual Orientation
  • Shame
  • Trauma
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Antoinette Mastronardi
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decrease anxiety, anger, loneliness, self-criticism, cycles of fighting with partners and shitty relationships with others. I believe these experiences generally stem from traumatic, toxic, or abusive relationships and discrimination or oppression.


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decrease anxiety, anger, loneliness, self-criticism, cycles of fighting with partners and shitty relationships with others. I believe these experiences generally stem from traumatic, toxic, or abusive relationships and discrimination or oppression.

Something to know about my approach is:

I identify as a queer therapist and my specialty is working with trauma and attachment in the LGBTQ+ community. I am a super nerd for relationships. I am trauma informed, attachment focused, and really relational with my clients.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult Child of Emotionally Immature Parents
  • Alternative Relationships
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety-Driven Anger
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Anxious Attachment
  • Attachment Issues
  • Attachment Styles
  • BDSM
  • Childhood Abuse or Neglect
  • Church Abuse
  • Complex Anxiety
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Developing Secure Attachment
  • Discrimination
  • Ethical Non-Monogamy
  • Gaslighting
  • Healing From Relationships
  • High Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Kink
  • LGBTQ+
  • LGBTQ Family Development
  • Mixed Orientation Relationships
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Negative Self-Talk
  • Open Relationships
  • Panic Attacks
  • Parent-Adult Child Relationship
  • Polyamory
  • PTSD from Abuse
  • Relational Trauma
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationship Distress
  • Relationships
  • Relationship Skills
  • Relationship Trauma
  • Religious Trauma
  • Reparenting Yourself
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Sabotage
  • Sexual Self-Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
  • Trauma From Abuse
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Elysse Endter (she/her)
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identify and make progress toward your goals. Whether you are navigating feelings of shame around sex, untangling the complicated web of grief, or putting the pieces back together after a traumatic event, the space is yours. I'm so glad you're here.


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identify and make progress toward your goals. Whether you are navigating feelings of shame around sex, untangling the complicated web of grief, or putting the pieces back together after a traumatic event, the space is yours. I'm so glad you're here.

Something to know about my approach is:

My style is integrative and collaborative. I focus on attachment and family dynamics to provide understanding and make connections. Therapy is not a "one size fits all" and every person has a unique story. It would be an honor to hear to yours.

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  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Intimacy
  • Sexual Issues
  • Sexual Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
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Arielle Manganiello
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process life experiences. Through this, patterns become clear. With this knowledge, you will break free from cycles and patterns while becoming more aware, feeling better, and improving relationships with self and others.


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process life experiences. Through this, patterns become clear. With this knowledge, you will break free from cycles and patterns while becoming more aware, feeling better, and improving relationships with self and others.

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I will meet you with an unconditional, warm, and empathetic environment while we face and process the past and present.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Issues
  • Co-Parenting
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Emotional Intimacy
  • Grief
  • Intimacy
  • Life Transitions
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationships
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Trauma
  • Women
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Christina Dee
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Explore and release both the pain of the past and the fear of the future while strengthening your capacity to meet life’s challenges with a balanced mind and resilient heart.


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Explore and release both the pain of the past and the fear of the future while strengthening your capacity to meet life’s challenges with a balanced mind and resilient heart.

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My psychotherapy practice integrates psychodynamic, existential, Jungian, trauma-informed, neuroscience, meditative-based, somatic and depth approaches to psychological growth, emotional healing, and holistic transformation.

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  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Artists and Creative Personalities
  • Attachment Issues
  • Coaching
  • Codependency
  • Coming Out of a Cult
  • Communication Skills
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Confidence
  • Coping Skills
  • Couples
  • Cult Abuse
  • Cultural Identity
  • Depression
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Existential Issues
  • Finding Meaning or Purpose
  • Forgiveness
  • Gaslighting
  • Gender Identity
  • Inner Child
  • Interracial Relationships
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Meditation
  • Mindfulness
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Nervous System Regulation
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racism
  • Religious Trauma
  • Self Care
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Worth
  • Shame
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma
  • Traumatic Loss
  • Trust Issues
  • Vulnerability
  • Women
  • Young Adults
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