AS MEN, A GREAT DEAL IS ASKED OF US

In today’s world, it is challenging to fill all of the roles that we often find ourselves in.

As men, a great deal is asked of us. Provider, partner, parent, and so many more. Or perhaps at times, it can feel like things have stalled and we just don’t have the energy and momentum needed to get moving on the right track. It’s natural to experience stress and anxiety as we move through the journey of our life, but sometimes that stress and anxiety can become debilitating. When it begins to impact our professional life and/or our personal life, that is a good sign that it may be the right time to seek support and guidance from a trusted professional.

Common struggles for men include:

• depression
• anxiety
• relationship issues
• work related stress
• anger management
• substance abuse
• grief and loss
• low self esteem
• low self-confidence
• life transitions
• processing traumatic events

Oftentimes, feelings of depression, anxiety, or stress can leave us feeling confused or stuck. This can lead to experiencing stagnation in our relationships, friendships, and professional life. When feelings of sadness, hopelessness, worry, and fear become overwhelming, that is the time to reach out for support in regaining your footing and setting new directions for your life.

Navigating challenges in relationships can be tough.

As we get older, the problems that naturally occur in long term relationships can often become more and more difficult to work on without help. These problems can include challenges with communication, conflicts about money, or difficulties with intimacy. Perhaps you are working your way through a recent divorce or are still in a relationship and struggling to hold it together. Either way, the objective viewpoint of an experienced third party can make all the difference in helping you make it through this challenging time in the healthiest way possible.

In these demanding economic times, the pressure on men to perform at work is at an all-time high. It can be so hard to find the right career that fits your talents and goals. And even harder to succeed and keep up with the productivity needed to maintain the lifestyle you want for yourself and your loved ones. When work related stress is impacting your ability to perform on the job and causing problems at home; that is a clear indicator that additional counseling support is needed to help you make it through this challenging phase of life.

For many men, anger is the primary emotion that they feel and express.

It can be so frustrating to feel angry so much and not have a clear understanding of where it is coming from. Professional counseling can provide men with a deeper understanding of what lies beneath that anger, helping them to get a greater sense of the range of emotions that are rooted in past and present events. Once better understanding has been reached, counseling can provide tools and strategies to help men manage and express anger in healthy ways leading to better relationships and personal well-being.

These days, life is a non-stop roller coaster full of highs and lows, curves and dips, and joys and sorrows. As boys and men, we are often told that one sign of masculinity is independent self-reliance. But the truth is, no one can know all the answers, no one can do it all by themselves.

Having the strength to reach out for support and guidance at the right time can make all the difference. When you are ready to take that step towards greater health, satisfaction, success, and relief, we are here for you.

Reach out now for a free consultation.

We can’t protect our kids from having struggles, but we can equip them with the resources they need to navigate them.