MEN: The Underserved

“In the depths of despair, a glimmer of hope emerged, refusing to be extinguished.” This is why you are here today. I offer you hope for a better you. This is a divine encounter!

"There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t.”

— John Green

“The only thing more exhausting than having a mental illness is pretending like you don’t.”

— Unknown

“Awareness starts when we stop pretending we’re fine.”

— Unknown

“Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It’s about how you drive, not where you’re going.”

— Noam Shpancer

“There’s bravery in admitting you’re not okay.”

— Unknown

“Mental health isn’t just a women’s issue—it’s a human one.”

— Unknown

“What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candor, and more unashamed conversation.”

— Glenn Close

“It’s okay to struggle. It’s not okay to give up.”

— Unknown

“You’re allowed to outgrow people, places, and even past versions of yourself.”

— Unknown

“Hiding your feelings doesn’t mean you’re strong. It means you’re scared of being seen.”

— Unknown

“Boys don’t cry is how men learn to die inside.”

— Glennon Doyle

“Being a male is a matter of birth. Being a man is a matter of choice.”

— Edwin Louis Cole

“We’re taught to be strong, but never taught how to heal.”

— Unknown

“Ultimate vulnerability. That’s manly.”

— Cameron Conaway

“Adversity introduces a man to himself.”

— Albert Einstein

“Masculinity is not how loud you speak. It’s how deeply you listen.”

— Unknown

“There is no standard normal. Normal is subjective. There are seven billion versions of normal on this planet.”

— Matt Haig

“I used to think the worst thing in life was to end up all alone. It’s not. The worst thing in life is to end up with people who make you feel alone.”

— Robin Williams

“You can’t be afraid of failure. It’s the only way you succeed—you’re not gonna succeed all the time, and I know that.”

— LeBron James

“A man’s true strength is shown in how he deals with his weaknesses.”

— Unknown

“No one sees how hard you fight just to stay functional. That’s strength.”

— Unknown

“It takes a great man to be a good listener.”

— Calvin Coolidge

“You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.”

— Norm Kelly

“Taking care of your mind is the manliest thing you’ll do today.”

— Unknown

“Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean me first, it means me too.”

— L.R. Knost

Currently, only 17% of American men sought counseling or therapy in the past year, in stark contrast to 28.5% of women. This statistic is alarming, especially given that men are 3.7 times more likely to die by suicide than women. You need to be heard, you need to express, and you need answers and resolutions to what you are experiencing.

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It is time for you to find the right therapist and create a safe space where you can open up without fear. If you are reading this now, please know that as a therapist, woman, and human, you will not be judged. You will be seen as the brave person you are by stepping up to share your struggles. You will be in a safe environment with me, and I am confident that together, you and I can help you reach a better emotional place.

Let’s talk! Perhaps a telehealth option would feel safer for you, and I can offer that.

There is still a stigma surrounding mental health and the act of sharing one’s challenges with anxiety, depression, and other issues. But should it matter what others think about you? What truly matters is your happiness, your ability to maintain employment, and ensuring that these challenges do not affect your work performance or attendance. It’s also important to consider your ability to care for your family and maintain friendships.

Men from all walks of life often remain silent due to feelings of embarrassment or the belief that sharing their struggles will make them appear weak. Don’t be one of those men. Reach out for help; you are not alone.

It is essential to recognize that depression can affect anyone, regardless of their profession, age, skin color, or outward appearance. You cannot always see who is struggling, and many individuals, particularly men, are experts at concealing their pain. The photos of these men show a troubled man, a depressed man. Make no mistake, men can look happy, smile, laugh often, tell jokes, do well at work, and yet be very depressed.

Men, in particular, need to break the silence surrounding their mental health. Feeling embarrassed or weak is not an excuse to suffer in silence. Reach out for support when you need it; it’s a sign of strength, not weakness. Take charge of your well-being .

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The outdated and stereotypical notion that men do not need help, especially when it comes to mental health, must be challenged and changed, and I continue to be a change agent by successfully serving men in my practice. Evidence clearly shows that men are less likely to seek help for mental health issues compared to women.

"There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t.”

— John Green

“The only thing more exhausting than having a mental illness is pretending like you don’t.”

— Unknown

“Awareness starts when we stop pretending we’re fine.”

— Unknown

“Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It’s about how you drive, not where you’re going.”

— Noam Shpancer

“There’s bravery in admitting you’re not okay.”

— Unknown

“Mental health isn’t just a women’s issue—it’s a human one.”

— Unknown

“What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candor, and more unashamed conversation.”

— Glenn Close

“It’s okay to struggle. It’s not okay to give up.”

— Unknown

“You’re allowed to outgrow people, places, and even past versions of yourself.”

— Unknown

“Hiding your feelings doesn’t mean you’re strong. It means you’re scared of being seen.”

— Unknown

“Boys don’t cry is how men learn to die inside.”

— Glennon Doyle

“Being a male is a matter of birth. Being a man is a matter of choice.”

— Edwin Louis Cole

“We’re taught to be strong, but never taught how to heal.”

— Unknown

“Ultimate vulnerability. That’s manly.”

— Cameron Conaway

“Adversity introduces a man to himself.”

— Albert Einstein

“Masculinity is not how loud you speak. It’s how deeply you listen.”

— Unknown

“There is no standard normal. Normal is subjective. There are seven billion versions of normal on this planet.”

— Matt Haig

“I used to think the worst thing in life was to end up all alone. It’s not. The worst thing in life is to end up with people who make you feel alone.”

— Robin Williams

“You can’t be afraid of failure. It’s the only way you succeed—you’re not gonna succeed all the time, and I know that.”

— LeBron James

“A man’s true strength is shown in how he deals with his weaknesses.”

— Unknown

“No one sees how hard you fight just to stay functional. That’s strength.”

— Unknown

“It takes a great man to be a good listener.”

— Calvin Coolidge

“You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.”

— Norm Kelly

“Taking care of your mind is the manliest thing you’ll do today.”

— Unknown

“Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean me first, it means me too.”

— L.R. Knost

Who is at risk?

Several factors increase the risk of mental health conditions and suicide among men. The following groups may be more at risk than others:

Older, white men: White men aged 85 years and older are most at risk of suicide. More men in this demographic die by suicide every year than in any other group by age, sex, or race.
Men who have experienced trauma: Traumatic events, such as engaging in combat or being the victim of an assault, increase the risk of experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Men experiencing employment issues: Working in poor conditions or having a high workload can increase the risk of mental health issues. The unemployed and retired men are also at risk of depression and suicide.
Men who have had a marital breakdown: Depression is more common, and more severe among men who are divorced and being single is a significant suicide trigger among men.
Men with legal or financial concerns: Having legal or financial worries can trigger the development of mental health problems and increase the risk of suicide.
Men who misuse alcohol or drugs: Men who engage in illicit drug use and alcohol use, can trigger or exacerbate existing mental health conditions.
Men with a family history of mental health issues: Many psychiatric conditions, including bipolar, depression, and schizophrenia, are genetic; seeing these conditions growing up can desensitize you to the dangers if untreated.
Men dealing with other life challenges: Other risk factors for mental health problems and suicide include physical illness or discomfort, conflict with family or friends, and the illness or death of a family member.

“A man who conquers himself is greater than one who conquers a thousand men in battle.” – Buddha