Effective Psychotherapy with Men

Ronald Levant, EdD, ABPP

In this video, Dr. Levant demonstrates an unconventional, yet very effective approach to working with men. Men often seek psychotherapy only as a last resort and if they do seek help, they often avoid expressing their emotions due to fear, anxiety or learned ways of relating, making progress difficult and dropout more likely. This video will provide the tools to break through these barriers so that men can have the tools to experiences more emotionally rich lives.

Gender Differences in Depression: A Marital Therapy Approach

Ackerman Institute, Peggy Papp, LCSW

In this video you will see key moments in couples therapy with a real couple struggling with depression. The team of therapists explain how depression differs for men and women and how emotional disconnection can flourish because of this. You will watch the therapist team help the couple reconnect and shifts their roles, which ultimately leads to emotional closeness, increased self-worth and alleviation of depression.

She's Leaving Me: A Four-Stage Treatment Model for Men Struggling with Relationship Loss

Steve Lerner, PhD

Renowned family therapist Steve Lerner presents his work with men who are in crisis after being left by their wives or partners. Using excerpts from a clinical interview with a client who was left by his wife, as well as an actual family session, Lerner cogently demonstrates his unique four-stage approach for helping men to cope more adaptively with the end of a marriage or significant relationship.