Psychological treatment for men
Welcome to Counselling for Men, supporting men, couples and working with organisations since 2007.
Men are notoriously bad at seeking help and support, whether that means asking for directions or going to their GP with a mysterious lump. Seeking support for psychological disturbance is potentially even more unlikely, even in the face of difficult events and experiences.
Typically, men are told to 'keep your chin up' or taught not to display pain or emotion. Such unhelpful suggestions may result in the development of relatively poor coping strategies; some men believe they must cope on their own, some become irritable and angry, some use alcohol and some end up in crisis.
Often, it's our wives, girlfriends, partners, employers, family and friends who persuade us to disclose and address our problems and to develop healthier and more constructive ways of coping, including seeking professional advice.
The aim of this site and project is to provide men with a route to confidential and professional support without fear of judgement or negative consequence.