First Step Men's Therapy - We Help Men Heal
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Alberta Blue Cross
- Beneva | SSQ
- Blue Shield
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Chambers Plan
- Desjardins
- Equitable Life of Canada
- First Canadian Health
- First Nations Health Authority
- Green Shield Canada
- iA Financial Group
- Johnson
- Johnston Group
- LiUNA
- Manulife
- Maximum Benefit
- Medavie Blue Cross
- SunLife
- TELUS Health
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 12811 Michael Daniel Walecki
Registered Psychotherapist: Michael Daniel Walecki
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anger Management
- Men's Issues
- Addiction
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Chronic Relapse
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Gambling
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex Therapy
- Sexual Addiction
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Sports Performance
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
3 Endorsements
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Groups
Mastering Emotions - An 8-week guide to Healing
Mastering Emotions is an 8-week therapy group for men who want to better understand and manage their emotions rather than feeling controlled by them. Through practical discussions, evidence-based strategies, and peer support, you'll learn how to recognize emotional triggers, regulate intense emotions, communicate more effectively, and respond with intention instead of reacting impulsively. Whether you struggle with anger, anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional shutdown, this group provides practical tools to help you build resilience, improve your relationships, and navigate life's challenges with greater confidence.
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Location
Orangeville, ON L9W
Breaking the Cycle - Moving Past Addiction
Breaking the Cycle is an 8-week therapy group for men who want to overcome unhealthy habits and regain control of their lives. Whether you're struggling with pornography, alcohol, gambling, cannabis, gaming, or other compulsive behaviours, this group combines evidence-based strategies, practical skill-building, and peer support to help you understand the root causes of addiction, manage cravings, and create lasting change. You'll leave with a personalized recovery plan and practical tools to build a healthier, more intentional life.
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Location
Milton, ON L9T
Stronger In Relationships - An 8 Week Journey
Stronger In Relationships is an 8-week therapy group for men who want to build healthier, more connected relationships with their partners, family, friends, and themselves. Through practical discussions, evidence-based strategies, and peer support, you'll develop skills in communication, emotional awareness, conflict resolution, vulnerability, trust, and healthy boundaries. Whether you're looking to strengthen your current relationship, prepare for a future one, or break unhelpful patterns, this group provides practical tools you can apply immediately in a supportive, confidential environment.
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Location
Woodstock, ON N4S
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Woodstock, ON N4S
(343) 801-0657