Replace Stress with Clarity, Calm, and Confidence

Counseling for Men in California

Replace Stress with Clarity, Calm, and Confidence

Counseling for Men in California

Men, can you relate to these common challenges?

  • Feeling stressed or burned out in your career
  • Ignoring or denying difficult emotions
  • Having conflict in your relationships
  • Avoiding being your authentic self
  • Feeling stuck in perfectionism

Replace Stress with Clarity, Calm, and Confidence

Counseling for Men in California

Men, can you relate to these common challenges?

  • Feeling stressed or burned out in your career.
  • Ignoring or denying difficult emotions.
  • Having conflict in your relationships.
  • Avoiding being your authentic self.
  • Feeling stuck in perfectionism.

You don't have to handle life's challenges alone.

It's okay to ask for help.

Hi, I'm Michael Ccely

I help men conquer stress, get clarity on their problems, and take positive action to get back on track.


Too many men today sacrifice their health, relationships and happiness chasing an outdated paradigm of success.


There’s a better way. I can help you find a calmer, more confident life, where you're thriving and successful, without all the stress.

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You don't have to handle life's challenges alone.

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Hi, I'm Michael Ceely

I help men conquer stress, get clarity on their problems, and take positive action to get back on track.


Too many men sacrifice their health, relationships and happiness chasing an outdated paradigm of success. The old model of just pushing through stress no longer works.


There’s a better way. I can help you find a calmer, more confident life, where you're thriving and successful, without all the stress.

Hi, I'm Michael Ceely

I help men conquer stress, get clarity on their problems, and take positive action to get back on track.


Too many men sacrifice their health, relationships and happiness chasing an outdated paradigm of success. The old model of just pushing through stress no longer works.


There’s a better way.  I can help you find a calmer, more confident life, where you're thriving and successful, without all the stress.

Why Men Are Choosing Counseling

Redefining Strength

Traditionally, men have been told to be self-reliant, deny difficult emotions, and just tough it out. Seeking help, especially getting therapy, has been seen as a weakness.


Times have changed, but the stigma of men going to therapy is still there.


There’s a myth that therapy is about crying or discussing your childhood. Hey, nothing wrong with that, but therapy is also about facing your problems and developing a concrete plan to improve your life.


Therapy is about getting stronger - mentally, emotionally and relationally.

Being Your Authentic Self

What does it mean to be authentic, and who defines this? These are the questions men are faced with today.


Men get mixed messages from society and the media. On the one hand, they’re supposed to be tough and not ask for help. On the other hand, men are told to “be vulnerable.”


So how can men define their own lives? Can they be confident and independent, while at the same time ask for help?


Of course. You don't have to define yourself by other people's standards.

Expanding Beyond Your Limits

You can grow far beyond what you think is possible. Just because you’re not where you want to be today doesn’t mean you can’t grow into your future.

Do you want better relationships, more emotional satisfaction, and greater confidence?

You can have all of this. It starts with the courage to make a change, the decision to reach out for help, and the resolve to do the work.

You are capable of creating a better life for yourself. Why not get started today?

Getting Started with Counseling

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I know if counseling will work?

    There are many factors that create a succesful counseling experience, but the most important is the therapist-client match.


    The best way to see if I can help is to contact me.


    Read more on my blog post about how to make the most of counseling.

  • How long should I be in counseling?

    This will vary, depending on your goals. 


    We won't end therapy before you're ready. Likewise, I won't create a dependent relationship where you never feel ready to end counseling. 


    Once you achieve your goals, you may be ready to move on, or you might choose to taper off sessions until it feels right for you to end therapy.

  • Are sessions online or in-person?

    All therapy sessions are conducted online via a secure video platform. We can also talk by phone. 

  • What are your fees for services?

    My fee is $275 for a standard 50 minute counseling session.


    Extended sessions are also available (please ask about current rates).

  • Do you accept insurance?

    I am an out-of-network therapy provider, meaning your insurance may reimburse a portion of my fee, reducing your overall cost.


    Contact your insurance provider and ask if they cover out-of-network psychotherapy services.


    Read more on my blog post about insurance vs private pay.

  • What is cognitive behavioral therapy?

    Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a goal-oriented style of therapy that focuses on changing the way you think about, and react to, challenging events. 


    CBT empowers you with the "observer mind" so that you can examine your own automatic thoughts and reactions that keep you stuck.


    By replacing your reactive thoughts and behaviors with informed, positive responses, you gain more control over your life, which leads to more satisfaction and less stress. 


    Learn more on my cognitive behavioral therapy page.

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