Depression & Anxiety Care for Men Who Carry a Lot

You're the one everyone counts on. You show up for work, for your partner, for your kids. But lately you're running on empty: short-tempered, not sleeping, worried about money, or just feeling alone in it. At Empowered Health DPC, Dr. Frank Aliganga gives you a private, unhurried place to talk, and a real plan, from our offices in West Deptford, NJ and Old City Philadelphia.

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If you're thinking about harming yourself or are in crisis, call or text 988 now, or call 911.

It doesn't always look like sadness

In men, depression and anxiety often show up as:

Irritability, anger or a short fuse
Trouble sleeping, or sleeping too much
Feeling tired, flat or unmotivated
Drinking more, or working all the time to avoid slowing down
Headaches, stomach problems or tension that don't have a clear cause
Pulling away from friends and family

The weight of providing

Many men carry a quiet load. Supporting a partner through her own health changes, like menopause or a chronic condition. Raising teenagers through the ups and downs of adolescence. Keeping the household afloat. Caring for aging parents. And often, doing it without many close friends to lean on.

You're not alone in that. About half of U.S. adults report feeling lonely, and the U.S. Surgeon General has warned that loneliness carries health risks comparable to smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. Yet men are less likely to get help: in 2022, about 42% of men with a mental illness received treatment, compared with 57% of women.

What we help with

Depression and anxiety, including medication when it's appropriate
Stress, burnout and sleep problems
Loneliness and life transitions
Alcohol use you'd like to get a handle on
The physical side: blood pressure, weight, energy and libido, which often travel with stress
Referrals and coordination with therapists, counselors and psychiatrists when you need more

Primary care is where most people start. Primary care clinicians write about three quarters of prescriptions for antidepressant and anti-anxiety medicines. The difference here is time: your first visit is usually 60 to 90 minutes, follow-ups 30 to 45 minutes, and you can message Dr. Aliganga between visits.

Care for your whole family, too

We see patients of all ages. Your partner and teens can be members too, with the same doctor who already knows your family's story. For teens, we can work alongside their pediatrician or be their primary care physician.

Meet your doctor

Frank Aliganga, MD, FAAFP is double board certified in family medicine and obesity medicine. He serves as Treasurer of the New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians and is licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Read more

Common questions

Is this private?

Yes. Your visits and health information are private and protected. We don't share it with your employer or family without your permission, except in the rare cases the law requires, such as an immediate safety risk.

Do I have to take medication?

No. Many people improve with sleep, exercise, connection and counseling. Medication is one option we can decide on together.

Are visits included in the membership?

Yes. Membership covers your visits and messaging, with no copays or per-visit fees, ever. Medications are billed separately. See rates

What if I need a therapist or psychiatrist?

We'll help you find one and coordinate your care, so you're not starting over with your story.

What if it's an emergency?

Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or call 911. Don't wait for a message reply.

Talking is the first step

Text "Tell me more" to 609-678-3299, or send us a message. You don't have to explain everything up front.

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Medically reviewed by Frank Aliganga, MD, FAAFP · Last reviewed November 2026. This page is educational and isn't medical advice.