Men Supporting Healthy Relationships Counselling

Men’s Counselling Program

The Men’s Counselling Program provides men with a trauma-informed approach that serves those who identify as men who have survived or perpetrated abuse. The program recognizes the deep and complex impact of trauma on individuals and offers a supportive, non-judgmental environment for healing and personal growth. The program is rooted in the principles of safety, trustworthiness, empowerment, and choice, aiming to help participants understand and address the underlying emotional, psychological, and behavioural effects of their past experiences.

Key features of the program include:
Safety and Trust: The program is structured to ensure physical, emotional, and psychological safety for all participants. It creates a space where men can express themselves openly without fear of judgment or retribution. Confidentiality is strictly upheld, and the atmosphere is one of respect and understanding.

Trauma-Informed Approach: The program understands that both perpetrators and survivors of abuse are often affected by past traumatic experiences, whether from childhood, intimate partner violence, or other forms of harm. Counsellors are trained to recognize signs of trauma and its effects on behaviour, emotional regulation, and relationships. Rather than focusing solely on behaviours or actions, the program aims to uncover the root causes of harmful patterns and develop strategies to address these.

For Survivors: The program supports men who have experienced abuse by helping them feel safe and stabilize their emotions and where possible, process their trauma, regain their sense of self-worth, and rebuild healthy relationships. Emphasis is placed on understanding the impact of trauma on mental health, as well as the importance of self-care, boundaries, and resilience.

Cultural Sensitivity and Individualized Care: Recognizing the diverse backgrounds and experiences of those who identify as men, the program tailors its approach to meet the unique needs of each participant. This includes considerations of cultural, racial, socio-economic, and sexual orientation factors that may influence a man’s experience of abuse and trauma. Counsellors work with everyone at their own pace, acknowledging the need for patience and understanding.

Education and Skills Building: Participants are provided with psychoeducation about the impact of trauma, the dynamics of abusive relationships, and the psychology of anger and interpersonal violence. Learning new skills for managing emotions, building empathy, developing healthy relationships, and making positive life changes is an important aspect of the program.

Ongoing Support: The program recognizes that healing and change take time. It offers ongoing support through aftercare referrals, group counselling or continued individual therapy to ensure that participants maintain their progress and stay on the path toward healthy relationships and emotional well-being.

Please call or email us to discuss individual counselling services.

Email: mens.counselling@sourcesbc.ca
Phone Number: 778-731-8974
Learn more about MenTOR group counselling by clicking here.