Therapy for Men
Therapy for Men
Who Carry Too Much
You handle pressure. You show up for others. You keep moving.
But privately, something feels off.
Maybe you're anxious, angry, disconnected, exhausted, or carrying stress no one sees. Life may look functional from the outside while internally you feel numb, lost, or increasingly unsure of who you are becoming.
Sometimes the problem is not simply that you need to cope better. Something in the way you have been living may no longer be enough for the life, relationships, and responsibilities in front of you.
At Praxis, therapy gives men a place to understand what is happening beneath the surface and develop greater clarity, emotional capacity, connection, and direction.
Praxis provides therapy for men in Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Monrovia, and throughout California via telehealth.
When Life Looks Fine
But Doesn’t Feel Fine
Many men wait until things are falling apart before asking for help.
Often the signs show up earlier:
Constant stress or performance anxiety
Irritability, anger, or shutting down
Emotional distance in marriage or relationships
Burnout and loss of motivation
Feeling disconnected from yourself
Loneliness despite being surrounded by people
Struggles with fatherhood or family pressure
Career success with no real fulfillment
A quiet sense of “I can’t keep doing this like this”
If any of that sounds familiar, therapy can help.
Real Support For Real Life
At Praxis, therapy for men is not endless talking with no direction.
It is honest, practical, depth-oriented work that helps you understand what is driving your patterns and how to change them
What Therapy for
Men Can Help With
Men often come to us for:
Anxiety therapy
Stress management and burnout
Anger and emotional regulation
Relationship and marriage issues
Fatherhood stress
Identity and life transitions
Depression and numbness
Loneliness and isolation
Confidence and self-worth
Purpose and direction
Why Men Choose Praxis
Therapy That Respects Men Without Reducing Men
Many men hesitate to start therapy because they assume they will be judged, pathologized, or forced into shallow conversations.
That is not how we work.
Praxis offers therapy that is:
Direct
We speak honestly and help you get to what matters.
Relational
Healing happens through real human connection, not sterile advice.
Depth-Oriented
We help uncover the roots beneath anxiety, anger, and disconnection.
Practical
Insight should lead to change—in your relationships, habits, leadership, and life.
Grounded
We understand the pressures men carry in modern life: responsibility, performance, family strain, loneliness, and identity confusion.
A Different Story for Men
You Were Never Meant To Carry It All Alone
Many men were taught to perform strength rather than build inner strength.
To provide, but not feel.
To achieve, but not connect.
To endure, but not heal.
Eventually that strategy breaks down.
Therapy can become the place where you rebuild from the inside out—with clarity, courage, and support.
What to Expect
In Therapy, We’ll Work Together To:
Understand the stress patterns running your life
Develop emotional steadiness and resilience
Improve communication in relationships
Reduce anxiety and burnout
Reconnect with purpose and direction
Become more present as a partner or father
Build a life that feels aligned—not performative
Meet the Men Who Understand Men’s Work:
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Ryan Forsell, LMFT
FOUNDER & CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Ryan works especially well with men who feel capable on the outside but stuck underneath—often around identity, purpose, fatherhood, leadership, or major life transitions. His style is direct and depth-oriented, with an emphasis on helping men understand the patterns shaping their lives and move toward greater clarity and responsibility. -
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Mick Silvers, LMFT
LICENSED CLINICIAN
Mick is a strong fit for men carrying anxiety, trauma, hidden emotional burdens, or questions around faith and identity. His calm, steady presence helps men slow down, feel less guarded, and approach difficult material without feeling pushed or judged. -
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Sam Kemp, AMFT
ASSOCIATE CLINICIAN
Sam works well with men navigating fatherhood, marriage strain, burnout, leadership pressure, and the demands of family life. His style is practical and relational, with particular strength in helping men understand how their roles, relationships, and responsibilities are affecting them. -
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James DiLapo, AMFT
ASSOCIATE CLINICIAN
James works with men as part of the Praxis clinical team while continuing to develop his primary areas of focus within the practice. His approach is grounded in the relational and growth-oriented work that shapes therapy across Praxis.
Getting Started is Simple
Need help finding the right fit?
20-minute call with our intake coordinator to help answer your questions and find the right clinician for you
Ready to meet with a clinician?
50-minute consultation with the clinician you have selected. Afterward, you will have 48 hours to decide whether you would like to continue.
Questions Men Often Ask
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No. It usually means you are tired of suffering in silence and ready to deal honestly with your life.
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No. Good therapy includes reflection, skill-building, practical insight, and real movement.
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That is common. Many men know something is off before they know how to name it.
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Yes. Many of our clients are successful externally and struggling internally.
You Don’t Have To Keep White-Knuckling Life
If you’re ready for support, clarity, and real change, we’re here to help.
Therapy for men in Sierra Madre, Pasadena, Monrovia, and California telehealth.
Visit Praxis
In-person counseling in Sierra Madre, California, with secure virtual sessions available throughout California.
Sierra Madre, CA
71 W Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Hours
Monday–Saturday
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Phone
(626) 578-5803