Our men's process groups serve as a kind of "social laboratory" in which 6-8 members try out new behaviors and gain insights about themselves interpersonally so that they can use those skills and competencies in relationships outside of group. Most members share some amount of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and commonly have difficulty establishing new relationships - in particular friendships - and deepening new ones. Members enjoy a great mix of support combined with respectful challenge to help meet each others' needs and goals.
Hosted by Hudson Jones
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92121
Dr. Jones currently has openings for new clients, and we will call you back within 24 hours. At the Center for Men’s Excellence, Dr. Jones provides therapy to adults, couples, and teens aged 13 and up. He also offers group therapy with men. Common areas of concern for Dr. Jones’ patients include stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, work-life balance, reproductive/perinatal mental health, trauma, teen development, and depression. His background as a musician along with his extensive travel and dedication to cultural and spiritual exploration all inform his perspective as well as his intuitive attunement with his clients.
All of the members are males who are interested in working on some type of issue such as depression, anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, social isolation – and who want to get support as they do so. During group meetings, members work collaboratively to keep each other accountable and providing a mix of support and appropriate challenge for each other as they work toward their treatment goals. members regularly have between-session assignments to complete including readings, worksheets, or practicing techniques covered during sessions. Showing respect for each other and maintaining other members’ confidentiality are requirements to take part.
Hosted by John P Rettger
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92121
I have immediate availability and we return calls within 24 hours! Are you struggling to let go and heal from a traumatic experience? Do you feel stuck in sadness or overwhelmed with worry? Do things seem so stressful that it is hard to feel happiness? If any of these questions ring true for you, I have the expertise to guide you in overcoming these challenges. I utilize state of the art evidence-based treatment methods to directly work on your concerns and cut through the obstacles that are limiting your life. In my practice you will learn essential coping skills to apply in your life immediately to begin your transformation.
This group is for men who struggle with Out of Control Sexual Behavior (OCSB). You are eligible to enter this group once you have completed the OCSB assessment process. The group is only for highly motivated individuals who have established their personal sexual health plan.
Hosted by Hans Reihling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Do you feel like living with a roommate in marriage? I provide transformative counseling for couples and individual men who want to be empowered to become better partners. There is a way out of chronic stress, irritability, and out of control sexual behavior. I strongly believe that you are so much more than the problems you are facing right now. If you want to be a better partner, parent, or person, contact me and get a free consultation. It is my passion to provide the attention and care you deserve.
Hosted by Dr. Charles R. Freeman, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
My men's groups cater to guys who are generally high functioning in their lives, but who struggle to maintain existing relationships and to develop new ones - in particular friendships. Men's groups involve 6-8 members coming together every two weeks to gain new awareness about themselves and each other by learning concrete skills and techniques aimed at helping members to develop competencies that they can use in their lives outside of group. Members commonly experience some amount of anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and often feel lonely or isolated even if they're frequently around people.
Hosted by Dr. Maxwell Maris
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92121
I have immediate openings and will return calls within 24 hours. I utilize well-researched, evidence-based practices including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness for addictive behaviors. The focus of our work together is to help you learn the tools to better manage your concerns for the long term. Additionally, we will build skills in effective communication, stress management, performance optimization, motivation, and psychological flexibility. My clients are individuals who may suffer from depression, anxiety, or who want to build a richer, fuller life.
This nine week group is for individuals looking to replace the harmful messages learned from religious purity cultures. Join with others in deconstructing the underlying beliefs that result in body insecurity, mistrust of pleasure, and sexual shame. Time is spent identifying hurtful messages and imagining compassionate alternatives. Trauma-informed sexed is provided alongside opportunities to connect with others. This group addresses male-focused messaging to allow individuals to unpack experiences closely related to their lived experience. Individuals who actively practice their faith and those who have chosen to leave it are both welcome. Returning Sep 5
Hosted by Robyn Buresh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92127
Looking for a sex-positive therapist? I offer an open and accepting space in which you can be, or discover, your most authentic self. If you are struggling with issues of identity, have been harmed by messages about your body or sex, or are living with the aftermath of a traumatic event, I am here to offer my training and expertise to help you move from a place of pain and hardship into a place of peace and connection, both with me and with yourself. Therapy is more than just a place for talking. This is a place to experience safety and being seen. Allow me to join you on your journey of deeper introspection and self awareness.
This ongoing group is for men with anxiety and/or depression who have trouble feeling isolated. Participants are high-functioning professionals who have difficulty sustaining close relationships, and sessions involve using the group as a type of "laboratory" to try out new ways of interacting with each other. Participants have regular out-of-session "homework" assignments which involve practicing some new behaviors designed to extend their comfort levels and to enhance their social support. Members support and challenge each other as they work toward their respective goals. https://www.menexcel.com/
Hosted by Dr. Daniel Singley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92121
We have immediate openings and we return calls within 24 hours! I use well-researched, evidence-based practices to help my clients develop concrete skills and techniques which allow them to more effectively manage a variety of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, social isolation, relationship issues, and life transitions such as new parenthood, career change, and divorce. My clients are adult men and couples who want to take control of their concerns by handling them in healthier, more productive ways. Many of my most satisfied clients are men who were initially resistant to taking part therapy.
Modern men navigate challenges in work, relationships, and parenting largely in solitude which may increase stress and isolation. This group provides a safe and collaborative environment where members provide support to one another and hold each other accountable for making progress towards their goals. This group supports diversity, as members often come from different stages of life, backgrounds, and experiences. You will define your personal goals and choose the path that is right for you. Visit our website for more information or to register: www.TherapyChanges.com/Services/Groups
Hosted by Therapy Changes
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
The team at Therapy Changes is committed to providing focused guidance when you need it most - when going it alone can feel overwhelming and hopeless. Our therapists are all Licensed Clinical Psychologists in the state of California who have received extensive training to make assessments and guide treatment in a professional caring environment. Therapists at Therapy Changes believe in a positive, action-oriented approach to therapy. This approach begins by providing you with relief from the symptoms that negatively impact your life, teaching you tools and techniques to help you feel more like you again.
Members of this group are generally high-functioning men who have difficulty developing, sustaining, or deepening relationships with others - especially friendships. Participants often have some level of anxiety, depression, and/or relationship concerns which result in them feeling isolated. The group serves as a kind of "social laboratory" in which the members give and get direct feedback/input and learn to try out new behaviors intended to help them better connect with others in their own lives outside of group.
Hosted by The Center for Men's Excellence
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92121
We have immediate openings and will respond to you within one business day! The skilled psychologists at CME treat men, women, fathers, couples, families and children. CME clinicians provide structured, scientifically-supported psychological support designed to give clients the tools they need to better manage their issues and to thrive long-term. We specialize in issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, social and relationship concerns, sleep troubles, a history of trauma, substance use/addiction, fatherhood, life transitions, medical conditions, and sexual difficulties.
Fatherhood is challenging. Frequently, fathers find challenges in figuring out their placement within their family. Focusing on building, planning, and developing our family can leave us feeling “misplaced,” “lost,” or stuck in our family system. As fathers, we are also nurturers and have our own emotional experiences that we may feel don’t get the attention we deserve. Feeling misplaced or lost can result in resentment and over-functioning. In group, we will find peace and understanding through guidance and experiences of other fathers and leave feeling empowered with clarity of who YOU are as a father.
Hosted by Kasey Lewandowski
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Fear and anxiety bring about feelings of vulnerability and inadequacy, along with the urge to retreat. It is easy to lose sight of the voice that reminds us of our strength and resilience. We experience deep levels of self-doubt as we are caught in a cycle of anxiety or depression. Healing and liberation can be achieved by exploring and utilizing our self-awareness, core values, and cultural identities. It requires intention and vulnerability to access that awareness and sense of self.
This nine week group is for individuals looking to replace the harmful messages learned from religious purity cultures. Join with others in deconstructing the underlying beliefs that result in body insecurity, mistrust of pleasure, and sexual shame. Time is spent identifying hurtful messages and imagining compassionate alternatives. Trauma-informed sexed is provided alongside opportunities to connect with others. This group addresses male-focused messaging to allow individuals to unpack experiences closely related to their lived experience. Individuals who actively practice their faith and those who have chosen to leave it are both welcome. Tuesdays @ 11am, 9/5
Hosted by Tendril Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92127
Plants can grow in some of the most unexpected places. On sidewalks, through concrete, on buildings. Even when the odds seem stacked against it, the desire to thrive can find a way. When a person comes to therapy, they are choosing to find their own way to grow, no matter where they’ve been planted. One of the tools of plants are tendrils; those delicate, sensitive shoots of courage that reach out for support and connection. With some nurturance and guidance, we here at Tendril Therapy welcome you to break the barriers of what seems improbable, to grow, to thrive, to climb.
Nine week online groups for male individuals looking to replace the harmful messages learned from religious purity cultures. Individuals are welcome to join with others in deconstructing the underlying beliefs that have resulted in insecurity, mistrust of pleasure, and sexual shame. Time is spent identifying hurtful messages, imagining compassionate alternatives, and providing trauma-informed sex ed. Individuals of all faith practices or lack thereof are welcome. $40 per session. Time and date TBD
Hosted by Lauryn Estrada
LPC Intern, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92127
I believe that the greatest gift I can offer as a therapist is to hold a safe space for clients to explore any and all of their feelings, beliefs, and ideas without judgement. I am passionate about connecting with clients through an integrative and holistic approach that equally values their thoughts, emotions, spirituality, bodies, cultures, identities, and diverse experiences. In addressing these various parts of individuals I aspire to help them validate and explore their experiences as opportunities for growth and healing.
An 8-week support group for males who have experienced trauma from infidelity. This group will be led by Kelly Robinson, LMFT and Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT) Candidate. Betrayal trauma is often an isolating and lonely experience. Our hope is for this group to be a safe haven for you to connect with others who have similar experiences so that, together, we can grieve, learn, heal and feel less alone. The cost of the group is $70/session. Space in this group is limited. An initial assessment session is required before joining the group.
Hosted by Kelly Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
You have made it this far – I hope that you can take a deep breath. I honor your courage in taking this first step to seek healing in your life. Perhaps you are here because you feel stuck in your life, marriage or family; whatever pain you may be experiencing, it would be a privilege to partner with you on your journey towards greater peace and freedom. I am a level II trained restoration therapist which I use to equip individuals, couples and families break free of painful cycles and embrace peace in their lives and relationships.
A Kind of “Social Laboratory” - Members support each other in experimenting with new ways of interacting with each other – right there in the moment - and work collaboratively to keep each other accountable by providing a mix of support and appropriate challenge for each other as they work toward their treatment goals. Outside of the Group - With time and effort, participants learn how to have more productive, positive interactions with the people in and outside of the group environment. The goal is to learn how to connect on a deeper level with others, and to manage interpersonal conflict more effectively as it arises.
Hosted by The Center for Men's Excellence
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92121
We have immediate openings and will respond to you within one business day! The skilled psychologists at CME treat men, women, fathers, couples, families and children. CME clinicians provide structured, scientifically-supported psychological support designed to give clients the tools they need to better manage their issues and to thrive long-term. We specialize in issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, social and relationship concerns, sleep troubles, a history of trauma, substance use/addiction, fatherhood, life transitions, medical conditions, and sexual difficulties.
This process group integrates meditation and stress reduction strategies. Each meeting will include a mindfulness meditation and related discussion lasting approximately 20-30 minutes. Discussion topics include: - Meditation-based practices - Philosophical concepts with roots in Buddhism, Yoga, Existentialism, and Phenomenology (the philosophy of experience). - Psychotherapy traditions such as the Cognitive and Behavior therapies, and the Gottman Method.
Hosted by The Center for Men's Excellence
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92121
We have immediate openings and will respond to you within one business day! The skilled psychologists at CME treat men, women, fathers, couples, families and children. CME clinicians provide structured, scientifically-supported psychological support designed to give clients the tools they need to better manage their issues and to thrive long-term. We specialize in issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, social and relationship concerns, sleep troubles, a history of trauma, substance use/addiction, fatherhood, life transitions, medical conditions, and sexual difficulties.
This group focuses on others having a safe space to share their traumas and learn how to develop safety. In this group you will also learn coping mechanisms to deal with an intrusive thoughts and flashbacks. We will also incorporate some principles of EMDR in the group which sets it a part from anything that is out there right now. This group will start in October 1, 2024 at 6pm and will last for an hour for 6 weeks. Please call me at 302-729-8027 or email to inquiry and sign up for the group.
Hosted by Candace Ann Glaviano
Counselor, LPCC, LPCMH, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92101
Do you feel stuck in your anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma? I find we can’t fix what you don’t understand. That is where I come in. I am here to provide you with a safe space to help you understand and connect to the root of the issue, learn good coping techniques, and connect emotions for true healing utilizing different techniques that fit your needs.
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Men's Issues Support Groups
Is therapy for men different than it is for women?
Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.
How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can men prepare for therapy?
Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.
What should men know about the process of therapy?
One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.