Are you or a loved one struggling with stress, anger, or the weight of expectations to “tough it out”? You’re not alone, and you deserve a space where you can be heard, understood, and supported—without judgment.

What Is Therapy for Men & Boys?

While men and boys may experience depression, anxiety, or trauma, cultural ideas about masculinity often encourage emotional suppression, withdrawal, or anger instead of asking for help. Many men never talk to anyone about their mental health, often due to embarrassment or stigma. Our approach is different: we provide a safe, empowering environment to explore feelings, build self-awareness, and find healthier ways forward at any age.

How Challenges Can Look Across Ages

Children 

Boys may struggle to express emotions, sometimes showing irritability, anger, or shutting down instead of talking about what’s hard. Challenges at school, with peers, or at home are common, especially when finding the right words is tough.

Adolescents

Teen boys often face peer pressure, academic demands, and expectations about what “being a man” should mean. They might withdraw, act out, or keep feelings bottled up—leading to stress, risky behaviors, or trouble with relationships.

Adults

Men may experience workplace stress, burnout, relationship issues, or difficulty managing life’s transitions such as fatherhood or grief. Many respond by powering through, but this can lead to emotional numbness, irritability, or feeling stuck and unsupported.

These Experiences Can Impact:

    •    Anger, irritability, or emotional shutdown

    •    Work stress or burnout

    •    Relationship issues or social isolation

    •    Navigating fatherhood and identity development

    •    Coping with life transitions or grief

    •    Managing depression, anxiety, or trauma

How Our Practice Can Help

At M Kim O’Connor & Associates, we help men and boys at every stage of life:

    •    Build emotional language and self-expression (especially when talking is hard)

    •    Manage stress at school, work, or with peers

    •    Develop healthier coping strategies

    •    Strengthen relationships and social skills

    •    Navigate fatherhood, identity, and major life changes

    •    Heal from trauma and address symptoms of depression or anxiety

Whether you’re reaching out for yourself or a young person, you will find a supportive space tailored to your needs and goals. Our approach is gentle, empowering, and focused on helping boys and men grow and thrive.

Connect with us today to start therapy that truly fits your life—and begins with understanding exactly where you are.