It is a fact that growing number of men now coming for counselling. On the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) directory, Counselling for Men is a specific area that can be searched for. The British Psychological Society have a specific section for Male Psychology. The preconceptions that it is a weakness, huggy feely, filled with lots of tears, not a masculine thing to do in an environment filled with flowers, dream catchers and where I have to watch my language are untrue. In my practice at least. As a man, I know what it is like to go to see a counsellor. I've spent many years as a client. At any one time at least 95% percent of my clients identify as a man. Cis gender or not. There are several reasons that men commonly (but not exhaustive list) see me for counselling.
When I work I hope to make them feel safe to talk about issues that may make them feel vulnerable to being judged and shamed by others. As a therapist who specialising in counselling men I want to support you in talking about your problem. without you feeling this way. My experience has taught me that counselling men works effectively for many when they are able to take practical steps outside of the sessions. I am happy to teach skills, give practical tasks to complete and practice between sessions. This is all part of psycho-education. Not everyone is taught how to communicate in relationships effectively, how be be compassionate to themselves and not feel that they have to be responsible for others happiness at a cost to them. These are examples and not an exhaustive list. If you would like to speak with a male therapist with extensive specialist experience and training please contact me. You will not be alone and change can happen. We are not leopards. |