In my work as a therapist, I help all sorts of men. Many are smart and successful in other parts of life—but who feel frustrated or confused when it comes to dating. Many of my clients know they have some past emotional wounds to heal to be able to improve their lives. But, many clients have no idea why they can’t get things to go in the direction they would like.
For far too long, men’s mental health has been downplayed and overlooked. In the past, this important topic seems to have been basically ignored. Society often pressured men to be self-reliant and stoic. Many men suffered in silence when facing emotional struggles. The consequences of this stigma about men has been devastating — leading to higher rates of suicide, untreated mental health problems, and substance abuse. It’s time to change the narrative and start taking this issue much more seriously.
Struggling with body image issues can be frustrating and depressing. This not just an issue that women face. I have worked with many men over the years who struggle with this problem. When you don't like what you see in the mirror, it has a negative impact on your mental state of mind as [...]
Is Low Self-esteem at the Root of Your Problems? As a therapist that has been helping men for 16 years, I can safely say that low self-esteem is at the root of many of my client’s problems. Clients start to see me for a variety of reasons; the most common being anxiety, depression, feeling [...]
The relationship of most men and stress is short term and simplistic. The single symptom which is easily recognized and most readily associated with a stressful situation is a mood change. “Dad's grumpy” or “dad is out of sorts”. He had a tough day. They think it's all psychological and just a passing moment. So, they treat the [...]
Have you found yourself feeling lost? Not enjoying your life? Or with thoughts of giving up? Then you need to find a reason to live. And not a reason to “just live” but a reason to live well. With these 4 methods of finding a reason to live, you can start getting excited for tomorrow. [...]
How Depression Effects Male Libido and What to Do About It Of all the psychological and physiological effects of depression, one of the most devastating, especially for men, can be the sexual consequences. It can cause an overall loss of passion, an issue with coming to orgasm or even a compulsive need for sexual release. The diagnosis [...]
Men's Issues: "Manning up" Can Lead to Stressing Out Men traditionally take pride extremely seriously. Historically, this behavior has been beneficial in many ways but, unfortunately, it can sometimes also be harmful. Whatever you call it -- saving face, manning up, protecting your honor, retaining prestige or just being proud, there are instances when making this a first priority [...]
7 Ways Men Can Boost Their Physical & Mental Health Every man is a unique individual and each man should consume foods with vitamins and minerals that match their physical make-up to boost their mental health along with their psychological outlook. Men who experience anxiety, depression and other varying moods can learn how to overcome [...]
Everything is Connected: Men's Mental Health & Nutrition Many men are not aware that there is a connection between their physical health and their mental health. What is the link between the two? A man’s chronic physical condition and his mental state impact his life significantly. A man’s entire quality of life is influenced [...]
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