Look for someone who is appropriately qualified and experienced, but also someone you feel you can talk to openly and be yourself with.

A therapist working with men should understand issues that can affect men without reducing people to stereotypes. They should be able to listen, challenge when appropriate and work with you as an individual rather than assume what you need because you are a man.

The therapeutic relationship matters. It is reasonable to take some time to decide whether a particular therapist feels like the right fit.