My speciality and passion are working with men’s mental health. In my clinical work, I often come across men who have previously tried counselling in good faith, only to find that they did not receive appropriate, respectful or useful help and support.

My observations around men’s mental health services are that they, too, often reflect a misunderstanding of men’s lived experiences, as well as the range of important considerations that are suitable for men’s counselling, and how to engage with men in a way that is effective and respectful.

Generally, men by nature are more action focused, so when it comes to managing difficult life events and emotions I use action and solution-based therapeutic approaches and interventions when working with men’s mental health issues.