Men's Issues Therapists in Fort Collins, CO

I'm looking for clients that are struggling with addiction, trauma and symptoms of trauma, relationship issues, men's issues, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. I'm looking for people who recognize that they want to improve their life and view therapy as a supportive piece of that journey.

Connection to ourselves and others is essential to our mental health and well-being. Also, feeling like we’ve lost connection to ourselves or others (or both) at points in our lives is common. When this happens we may experience sadness, anxiety, grief, shame, and a range of other emotions. Our relationships may suffer and the cycle continues. Personally and professionally, I believe in the power of connection, relationships, and community. From this lens, I work with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, isolation, grief, shame, identity concerns, relationship difficulties, existential concerns, and men's issues.

I am a couples and individual therapist that works with men's issues, women who have experienced hurt by men, people experiencing low self-esteem, relationship issues, and those grappling with the larger questions of life around meaning, purpose and spirituality.

I help clients that are struggling with addiction, trauma and symptoms of trauma, relationship issues, men's issues, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. There can be a variety of reasons to make a change and that change can only happen when we recognize that we want to improve our life. Generally people that are successful in accomplishing their goals are motivated to participate in the process and tend to view therapy as a supportive piece of that journey. There are no quick solutions to making a change, but if you choose to work with me, you will begin to see your life transform and I will be beside you along the way.

Our patterns paint the picture of our everyday experience. I believe in the importance of slowing down and observing these patterns with acceptance and curiosity (exploring mind, body, and spirit) in order to shift the way we interact with different aspects of our lives. As we slow down and re-evaluate our own truth, the models of the world we have subscribed to begin to shift as does our ability to be open to new and different possibilities.

I work with clients who feel stuck; stuck in the emotion and negative thoughts associated with life's stressors. Clients, who are beginning to realize that there will always be the struggle of relationships or money matters or health concerns or..., yet understand that they can begin to develop a different outlook, belief system.

I specialize in serving adults (21+): typically men 30+, as well as women and couples, in their mental, relational, emotional and integrative health. Clients are often entrepreneurs, tech professionals, leaders, athletes and business owners. They frequently achieve "success", yet privately struggle in other area(s) of life. ​​I help men and women to navigate complicated and unexpected change, helping them improve the quality of their life: health, relationships and career, while pursuing authenticity and purpose. It is well-known that regularly practicing curiosity, honesty and agency are keys to exploring and living a vibrant life.

You matter and your unique story matters. Together we will work to unearth the issues contributing to your pain and chart a path forward. Along the way we'll also discover your strengths that will aid you in healing. Depression, anxiety, and other issues are not the end of the road. There is hope and we will work toward that hope.

I help men develop their emotional intelligence (EI), coping strategies, and communication skills. EI is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage our emotions, as well as effectively navigate and respond to the emotions of others. When we grow our EI we become more self-aware, grow our ability to regulate our emotions, and expand our ability to communicate how we feel. Coping with stress is vital to living a full life. I help clients practice coping strategies such as flexible thinking, mindfulness, and self-acceptance. Additionally, I help clients develop their communication skills to strengthen their relationships.

The clients I most enjoy working with most are clients who are looking to deepen their own personal awareness. and who are open and willing to explore their feelings and relationships in depth. I enjoy working with adolescents (12+), teens and adults. Finding the things that make you unique is one of the most exciting parts of therapy. I believe that you deserve to have a therapy experience that is tailored for your specific needs, personality, and values. I will seek to establish strong, connected therapeutic relationship with you and I believe this relationship is the greatest source of healing and change.

The difficulties and challenges in life can repeat again and again like waves crashing against your life. Let us assist in moving away from those days of old and towards healing. Take a chance on an adventure that can start building a life and legacy that fits your true and authentic self. This version has vitality, stability, serenity, renewal, is moving on towards healing and growth. Take this path, the less taken path, to unlock and establish this version, this legacy you are seeking, whatever that looks like. Start by taking the first step today, with great courage, to reach for this new you.

Welcome. I work with individual adults, couples, and diverse relationships. I would love to meet to see how we can partner together for your growth and healing. I enjoy working with clients who want guidance to go within and discover their authentic Self and develop self-leadership. I work experientially and utilize a variety of traditional and modern somatic methods to help you attain fulfillment. I am skilled at helping people safely explore deep core issues and find ways through the healing process with strength and grace by creating an open, honest relationship with themselves to create lasting long-term growth and change.

Taking your own life into your hands, doing the hard work, the painful work, is a journey that few travel but none regret. I have gone through a divorce, experienced the wilderness of what healthy masculinity is, and I know the feeling of not being good enough and disappointing myself and others. This cannot be found without help, vulnerability, guidance, and honesty with yourself and what you truly want. My passion is to help people live up to their potential and to find a fulfilling relationship, life as a man, and to find healing in community. I will meet you where you are at with compassion, patience, understanding, and honesty.

Living a full, satisfying, and authentic life is rarely something that comes from an unexamined life in modern times. It's not easy to understand who we are, what we want and don't want, and even what is important to us. But it is not impossible and if you are willing to take the plunge into the journey of self-discovery, finding peace, letting go, moving on, finally taking more, or whatever else is holding you back in life or in your way; I am honored to be on the journey with you. Humility and honoring thy self are cornerstones of how I life to work with my clients. I will not judge you, are you willing to do the same?

"The only way out is through." I am committed to helping my clients discover what it means to truly live fully -- to experience healing in relationships, to understand their strength, to embrace their uniquenesses and to live a life of wholeness and adventure. At the core, I believe that we are relational beings, and while relationships are often the primary sources of our pain, they are also the primary conduits to our healing. Together we will find ways THROUGH the pain and into freedom. There is too much LIFE to be lived...too much adventure to be had...

My ideal client is someone who is open to working to understand themselves, their world, and their place in it differently. Often times, throughout life, we feel as though there are ways that we "should" or "need to" think, act, feel, and believe. My ideal clients are folks who are willing to look inward to examine these ideas, and whether or not they fit the life they actually want to live. For people who feel out of place in their own lives I hope to be a person that helps them to make sense of things and make the tweaks necessary to enjoy a different measure of fulfillment in life.

Have you struggled with feeling out of place? Feeling lost or overwhelmed with your day-to-day? Never feeling like your trauma or past adverse experiences lets you breathe? I would love the opportunity to chat and work with anyone that is ready to address traumas, pain, or suffering they're currently experiencing. I believe that everyone deserves to thrive, but sometimes we need some support and help getting there. I have particular interest in helping with navigating masculinity, intersectionality, identify development, self-worth, and distress tolerance.

Hi there – I'm Michael Sousa. My quest for healing has taken me across the globe, immersing myself in diverse cultures to better understand the universal threads of healing and self-discovery. As a mental health counselor, my goal is to support you as you navigate the complexities of your journey, helping you to live more fully and in harmony with those around you. Together, we'll work towards uncovering and reinforcing your true self.

COUNSELING and COACHING - it's a powerful 21st century approach, with tremendous therapeutic benefits and real world results. People frequently report, my therapist stares at me, and says or does nothing. This is classic 20th century therapy (it's old, and moderately effective). Our clients do not pay us to sit and do nothing - they pay us to work as a team; making you the best you. Feel free to read client testimonials, and learn more about our services at: www.yourlifecounseling.com