Working Effectively with Men

Earn 7.5 CDP Points in this one day face to face intensive workshop Workiing Effectively With Men

Therapists working with men need to understand the impact of societal and cultural norms on masculinity, recognize barriers to therapy, and employ strategies that resonate with male clients. By fostering a supportive and adaptive therapeutic environment, therapists can enhance engagement and outcomes for male clients, promoting their mental health, well-being and success.

• Setting Goals and Direction: Develop skills to guide male clients in setting and achieving meaningful goals.
• Mindfulness and Presence: Learn how to integrate mindfulness techniques to help male clients develop presence and emotional regulation.
• The Value of Challenge with Love: Discover the importance of balancing challenge and support, and learn effective goal-setting strategies.
• Handling Fear, Shame, and Helplessness: Gain insights and techniques to address and mitigate feelings of fear, shame, and helplessness in male clients.
• Masculine vs. Feminine Roles and Power Dynamics: Understand the impact of societal expectations and cultural influences on male psychology.
• The Three Pillars and Five Summits of Conscious Masculinity: How men relate to health, wealth, love, leadership and service.

This workshop combines key concepts, interactive activities, case studies, and role-playing exercises to provide a rich, hands-on learning experience. You will leave with practical tools and strategies to enhance your therapeutic practice and foster better outcomes for your male clients.

Top 3 Issues Therapists Face When Working with Men:

1. Engagement and Vulnerability: Many male clients struggle with opening up and expressing vulnerability due to societal norms that discourage emotional expression.
2. Resistance to Therapy: Men may exhibit resistance to therapy, viewing it as a sign of weakness or being unsure of its value, leading to challenges in establishing rapport.
3. Navigating Masculinity: Therapists often find it challenging to address issues related to traditional masculine roles and expectations, which can hinder personal growth and therapeutic progress.

Top 3 Promises for Workshop Attendees:

1. Enhanced Client Engagement: Learn effective strategies to engage male clients, encouraging openness and emotional expression in a supportive therapeutic environment.
2. Practical Tools for Change: Gain actionable tools and techniques to address and overcome common barriers in therapy with men, leading to more effective outcomes.
3. Deeper Understanding of Masculinity: Develop a nuanced understanding of how societal and cultural norms impact male clients, and learn how to navigate these dynamics to promote lasting change.