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Talk Less, Connect Deeper: An Extrovert’s Guide to Better Conversation

You may be the kind of guy who lights up a room. Your energy is infectious and sparks a conversation. As an extrovert, you thrive on connection and keep the group chat buzzing—and...

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Celebrating Our First Anniversary at Therapy For Dudes

On May 1st, we at Therapy For Dudes are celebrating our first anniversary! Over the past year, we’ve had the privilege of helping many men take the brave step toward better mental health,...

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Dustin Hogan Speaks at TEDx – The Silent Crisis of Men’s Mental Health

On January 10th, 2025, Dustin Hogan, a Registered Therapeutic Counselor and the founder of Therapy For Dudes, took to the TEDx stage in Vancouver to address a topic that is often left in...

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Why Men Express Emotions Through Actions, Not Words

Emotions are a universal human experience, but how we express them can look very different from one person to the next. Many men find that instead of talking about how they feel, they...

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Recognizing Anxiety in Men: And Why We Shouldn’t Ignore it

Anxiety doesn’t look the same for everyone. While it’s often associated with excessive worry or panic attacks, men tend to experience and express anxiety in ways that might not fit the traditional mould. ...

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Breaking the Silence: Why Opening Up Is the Key to Feeling Better

Feeling stuck is frustrating. It’s like spinning your wheels in the mud—you’re trying but not getting anywhere. Maybe you’ve been feeling this way for a while, and no matter what you do, nothing...

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Facing the Winter Blues: Understanding and Managing Seasonal Depression in Men

Winter can be tough. The days are short, the nights feel endless, and the cold doesn’t just bite—it lingers. For many men, this time of year brings more than just a slump in...

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Anxiety Unmasked: Understanding What’s Really Going On and How to Tackle It

Do you feel like your mind is constantly racing, or that unease lingers no matter how much you try to push through?  Anxiety can show up in many ways—snapping at loved ones, avoiding...

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Holidays and Mental Health: A Message From Therapy For Dudes

As the holiday season settles in, we are grateful for our clients joining the Therapy For Dudes movement. At Therapy For Dudes, we’re all about challenging the outdated expectations placed on men and...

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