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19 Years
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Expert Counseling Services for Men, Women & Couples in Roseville
Guy Stuff Counseling was founded in 2007 to address the unique challenges men face in relationships and mental health. Our approach, developed by Dr. Kurt Smith, combines over 20 years of clinical experience with a focus on actionable, goal-oriented solutions tailored to how men communicate and problem-solve. We specialize in counseling for men, couples, and women dealing with relationship issues, addiction, anger management, and life transitions. Our team has helped thousands rebuild marriages, overcome pornography addiction, and navigate midlife crises through direct, practical strategies.We offer flexible options including in-person sessions in Roseville, California, phone counseling, and online therapy. With a commitment to transparency and client empowerment, our services feature sliding fee scales, evening and weekend appointments, and evidence-based methodologies. Our track record includes long-term client retention and referrals from satisfied individuals across the U.S.
Services
Counseling for Men
Couples Counseling
Marriage Counseling
Anger Management
Divorce Counseling
Christian Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 21+ years specializing in men's counseling methodologies
- Proven solutions for pornography addiction and relationship repair
- Flexible session scheduling including evenings and weekends
- Nationwide availability through phone and online counseling
- 90% client retention rate from positive treatment outcomes
What people say
Life-changing results
Understands men's challenges
Practical solutions
Compassionate professionals
Effective communication tools
Services
Counseling for Men
Specialized counseling addressing men's unique mental health challenges, including relationship conflicts, pornography addiction, and midlife crises. Our direct approach combines cognitive behavioral techniques with practical problem-solving strategies. Clients gain communication tools to improve marriages, build healthier habits, and achieve personal growth through individual sessions focused on accountability and measurable outcomes.
Couples Counseling
Results-oriented therapy for couples navigating communication breakdowns, infidelity recovery, and intimacy issues. Sessions emphasize mutual understanding and actionable solutions to rebuild trust and strengthen partnerships. Our methods specifically address gender communication differences, helping couples develop sustainable conflict resolution patterns through structured, goal-focused sessions.
Anger Management
Customized anger management programs combining behavioral analysis with neuroscience insights. Clients learn to identify anger triggers, reframe negative thought patterns, and implement de-escalation techniques. The program addresses root causes while providing immediate coping strategies for managing emotional outbursts in personal and professional contexts.
Marriage Counseling
Targeted interventions for married couples facing recurring conflicts, emotional disconnection, or infidelity. Our approach prioritizes practical skill-building in active listening, boundary setting, and collaborative problem-solving. Sessions create structured pathways for restoring intimacy and rebuilding partnership foundations through therapist-guided accountability frameworks.
Divorce Counseling
Guided emotional support during divorce proceedings, focusing on co-parenting strategies and post-divorce adjustment. Counselors help clients navigate complex emotions while developing practical plans for new relationship boundaries. The program emphasizes maintaining child welfare and minimizing conflict during transitional life phases.
People
Dr. Kurt Smith
Founder & Lead Counselor
Dr. Kurt Smith pioneered gender-specific counseling approaches through 20+ years of clinical practice. His 2007 founding of Guy Stuff Counseling revolutionized men's mental health services by addressing traditional therapy's limitations. Recognized nationally for relationship recovery methods, he remains directly involved in client care while supervising the counseling team.
Questions
Do you offer sliding fee scale options?
Yes, we provide income-adjusted pricing to ensure treatment accessibility for all clients.
Can I attend counseling if my partner refuses?
Absolutely. We work with individuals first and help them develop strategies to engage their partners when ready.
What relationship issues do you specialize in?
Our expertise includes pornography addiction, communication breakdowns, anger management, and post-infidelity recovery.
Are sessions available outside regular hours?
Yes, we offer evening and Saturday appointments to accommodate working professionals' schedules.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
While we don't directly bill insurance, we provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
How long does typical relationship counseling last?
Most clients achieve measurable progress in 8-12 sessions, with severe cases requiring extended support.
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Reviews (6)
Dom Harris
Dec 31, 2021
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I came across Dr Kurt when searching for clarity and expert insight into a specific relationship issue. He had written several articles on a subject which is not generally well covered or understood. It was as if these articles were written for me and they showed such an in-depth understanding of all the related issues that it gave me hope that here was finally someone who could help me make sense of everything, understand everything and be able to learn from the experience and move on the better for it. Within the first few minutes of the very first session, Dr Kurt had very impressively got
Ryan B.
Dec 01, 2021
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Great experience! Dr Kurt sheds light on the reasons as to why we do the things we do and what steps we need to take to improve ourselves. He offers many tools that you can start implementing right away so you can start working on change immediately. I highly recommend!
Corrina Coyle
Nov 01, 2021
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We have taken so many tools and have learned so much about ourselves and our relationship with your help. We are forever grateful. Thank you so much!
Jim Sullivan
Oct 21, 2021
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I came to Dr. Kurt wanting to become a better me. I appreciated his style and we established a solid connection right away. He listened intently and followed up on topics we discussed in prior sessions. He supported me tremendously and the end of our sessions together I was well on my way to becoming a better me. I highly recommend Dr. Kurt!
Justin Lawrence
May 20, 2021
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Dr. Kurt Smith is incredibly gifted. I appreciate his professionalism, candor, genuine care, and the space he held for me. We worked on and through work/life balance, marriage issues, finding true connection and intimacy with my wife, and discovering who I am really supposed to be.
Direct, kind, and result oriented, Dr. Kurt is truly my partner in getting change.
Direct, kind, and result oriented, Dr. Kurt is truly my partner in getting change.
Julie Leach
Apr 15, 2021
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Dr. Kurt provides the space and support to deal with difficult topics.Through active listening, insightful comments and advice he has guided me through the emotional minefields currently in my life. He has grounded me and kept me moving forward. I feel very fortunate to have had Dr. Kurt to give me perspective as well as the tools to learn and grow from this experience. I did not anticipate this emotional journey at this time in my life but I am glad that through it I had a partner to encourage and support me.
