Authentic Men is associated with not acting like someone else, voicing your own truths. NOT being pressured into decisions or judgments by outside influences. It is about trusting YOUR heart, your gut instinct and following it.Being authentic is not an easy road.. It means that you will potentially have to go against the grain of what is considered 'normal", to stick your neck out for what you really stand for. "The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are." - C.G. Jung Be the man you are and stop being the man you think others want.
Hosted by C. Shawn Oak
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LMFT, ACS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40218
Have you been struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, intimacy issues, or problems that don't go away? Collaborating with a therapist who can provide insight, guidance, and tools to uncover and develop your strengths can be the transformative factor you need. You deserve to live a happier, more satisfying life but unless you take the first step to solve your problems, they will never go away. If you are an individual, couple, or pod desiring to open your relationship or there is a need to address challenges encountered in a consensual non-monogamous relationship, I have the experience to help you navigate both.
We offer Men's Recovery groups after initial evaluation. Groups are 1.5 hours and group size is up to 12 clients with both a female and male group leader. This is an open processing group where you will discuss what happens in daily life and how it has affected recovery. Although this encourages some 12-step approaches, it is not required to be in attendance of AA. Clients must receive individual evaluation before joining our groups. Clients must be motivated for sobriety.
Hosted by Carolyn (Cece) Lindsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40222
Life is a series of transitions - some peaks and some valleys. I find these valleys often are a result of internal conflict and external events or pressure. I believe that we all have an authentic self and much of the internal conflict comes from living inauthentically, which develops into maladaptive behaviors. There’s “the way it seems” and “the way it is,” and sometimes we all need someone to remind us of “the way it is.” That’s where I come in - my goals are to work TOGETHER with you to navigate a new path toward living your most authentic life and finding inner peace and confidence to be that person.
Dr. Ford McCurry leads a men's group that focuses on managing stress and seeking improvement related to relationships, career and job satisfaction, self-confidence, self-improvement, and overall functioning as a man in today's society. This group provides psychoeducation, support, accountability, and encouragement toward personal struggles and goals. The group also discusses the connection of physical and mental health to the development of healthy masculinity. The men's group meets every 2 weeks on Saturday mornings. Contact Dr. Ford McCurry to join.
Hosted by Dr. Ford McCurry
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40222
Do you feel stuck in patterns that affect your daily functioning, relationship and marital satisfaction, or not reaching your full potential of who you want to become as a man, husband, or father? Are you experiencing frustration, stagnation, and avoidance? Do you struggle maintaining motivation and momentum that lead to unhealthy habits? Does your marriage continue to have the same pattern of arguments and conflict? This cycle can result in low self-confidence, depression, anxiety, strained relationships and marriages, as well as impact your physical health.
This group is powerful way to support men to transform their lives. This group won't 'fix' you or your situation. It doesn't work on the basis that you are 'broken' and need fixing. Through sharing stories, experiences, and learning new tips and techniques, men can often provide each other with insights and new perspectives on their lives. This group provides you with an opportunity to share your experiences with other men and to hear what other men are experiencing, all within in a safe environment. A safe environment includes having a clear mutual respect and confidentiality.
Hosted by C. Shawn Oak
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LMFT, ACS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40218
Have you been struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, intimacy issues, or problems that don't go away? Collaborating with a therapist who can provide insight, guidance, and tools to uncover and develop your strengths can be the transformative factor you need. You deserve to live a happier, more satisfying life but unless you take the first step to solve your problems, they will never go away. If you are an individual, couple, or pod desiring to open your relationship or there is a need to address challenges encountered in a consensual non-monogamous relationship, I have the experience to help you navigate both.
Explore strength and growth areas, Strengthen communication skills, identify and manage major stressors, Resolve conflict using the Ten Step Model, Develop a more balanced relationship, Explore family of origin issues, discuss financial planning and budgeting, Establish personal, couple and family goals, Understand and appreciate personality differences
Hosted by Bridge the Gap Addiction and Mental Health Service
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCADC, LAACD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40220
We place special emphasis on all addiction disorders moderate and chronic issues. We specialize in non-medical detoxification that place emphasis's on spirituality. We promote abstinence by providing individualized treatment plans, family education, legal resources, local community resources, and Twelve Step groups. We provide other valuable classes court ordered domestic violence (men & women), driver under the influence and marriage/relationship classes. We offer four hour marijuana education classes.
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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.