First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, ASAT, EMDR (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (289) 301-8375

Do you feel disconnected—from yourself, the people you love, or the life you imagined? Many men quietly carry anger, shame, guilt, or a sense of being “not enough,” questioning their role as a father, partner, or son. When left unspoken, this pain can show up as anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles, or suicidal thoughts. At First Step Men’s Therapy, we offer a safe, grounded space for men to heal, gain clarity, and move forward. We offer direct billing for certain providers, affordable low-cost options, and day, evening, and weekend appointments. Book a free consultation to take the first step today!
In our work together, we will explore how you arrived at this part of your journey and identify unhelpful and destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that have impacted your ability to live authentically and be true to yourself. We will develop goals and clarify values that are meaningful to you while focusing on your strengths, gifts, and assets.
Our specializations include: addiction, grief, life transitions, alcohol use, divorce, parenting, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, sex therapy, anxiety, infidelity, depression, and men's issues. We offer virtual therapy to men across Ontario. We also offer couples counselling and therapy for partners needing extra support. Reach out to us today!
Call or Email First Step Men's Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 301-8375
Let's Connect (289) 301-8375

Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Beneva | SSQ
- Blue Cross
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Chambers Plan
- Equitable Life of Canada
- First Nations Health Authority
- First Nations NIHB
- Great-West Life
- Green Shield Canada
- iA Financial Group
- Johnston Group
- Manulife
- Maximum Benefit
- Medavie Blue Cross
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- SunLife
- TELUS Health
- Veterans Affairs Canada
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 301-8375
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 10600 Adam Gelinas
Registered Psychotherapist: Adam Gelinas
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 301-8375
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Men's Issues
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Career Guidance
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Drug Abuse
- Gambling
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Parenting
- Self Esteem
- Sex Therapy
- Sexual Addiction
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Sports Performance
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Video Game Addiction
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, ASAT, EMDR
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 301-8375
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Aviation Professionals
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Aviation Professionals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Gottman Method
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Psychoanalytic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, ASAT, EMDR
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (289) 301-8375
Location
Additional Location
Grimsby, ON L3M
(289) 301-8375
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, ASAT, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 301-8375