he Men's Center at Phoenix Counseling and Hypnotherapy was established in the fall of 2006. The Center, under the direction of Dr. Mike, specializes in service to Gay and Bisexual men, their partners and their families, as well as men questioning their sexual orientation. The program was established because of a demonstrated need for comprehensive counseling and therapy services for men attracted to men in the Washington, DC, area. Center services include mental health evaluations, individual, couples and group counseling, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Eye Movement Integration™ and Neuro Linguistic Programming. Men's groups meet in the evenings and on Saturdays.

Clients can be referred to the Men's Center by other therapists for treatment interventions related to being Gay or Bisexual, or for the treatment of anxiety or trauma. Dr. Mike specializes in the treatment of anxiety, phobias, trauma and PTSD and regularly accepts referrals to treat these illnesses. The center also provides referrals to other mental health professionals as is appropriate or necessary.

Dr. Mike is unconditionally accepting of the challenges and joys of being Gay in this day and age. Services are eligible for insurance reimbursement for those with a PPO plan.

Dr. Mike is an in-network provider for Kaiser Permanente and most Aetna insurance plans. Check with your insurance company about your benefits before contacting Phoenix for an appointment.

To inquire about joining a group or about individual or couples therapy, contact Dr. Mike by e-mail at DrMike@deninger.com or by phone at (703) 212-8406.

The Phoenix office is located two blocks from the 395 Duke Street exit and a short cab or bus ride from the Van Dorn metro stop.