Men's Counselling at Peak Experience Counselling

What is Unique About Counselling Specific to Men?

 

​It is key for a therapist to pay attention to how counselling is delivered; we meet you where you are, respecting your communication style, and helping expand it without forcing it, so you can express yourself fully and authentically.​

 

Often unique to men's counselling experience is:

• social conditioning around masculinity

• expression of emotions verbally & non-verbally

• exploring "how do I feel about this?" but also, "what can I do about this?" 

• building emotional vocabulary and skills based on individual style, personality and interests

• addressing stigma around emotional expression 

 

​Men often reach out for support with:

• Anger management

• Relationship struggles (communication, intimacy)

• Work stress or identity tied to career

• Purpose and fulfillment

• Loneliness and isolation

• Fatherhood and expectations

• Depression that doesn’t “look like” depression

• Dependence and addiction

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At Peak Experience Counselling, we understand that the definition of masculinity is changing in our society. We see more and more men seeking out counselling as a way to understand themselves and their relationships, and walking away feeling empowered and connected.  Men can greatly benefit from a confidential space, an attentive listener and a trusted guide to support learning about themselves, their emotional experiences, drives, reactions and how to express themselves and fulfill their relational, emotional and mental needs.​

 

Several of our counsellors have experience, education and interest in working with men. Please reach out to find the best fit for you.

 

​Julie Petrynko, Sara Place, Olessia Axenova, Rhianna Williams, Christie Holmes & Lily Dias