16/11/2025
A really good discussion on talk therapy.
Does talk therapy actually work for men?
Short answer: Yes — but only if it’s delivered in a way that fits how men think, communicate, and solve problems.
Most blokes don’t want to sit on a couch and “talk about their feelings” for an hour.
But modern therapy isn’t that — especially the types that work best for men.
Men respond well when therapy is:
✅ Practical (clear tools, strategies, next steps)
✅ Structured (a plan, not a wander)
✅ Direct (straight talk, no fluff)
✅ Collaborative (not being lectured or blamed)
✅Confidential (a pressure-free space to unload)
Evidence shows talk therapy can help men:
👍 lower stress & anxiety
👍 sleep better
👍 reduce frustration and overreactions
👍 improve performance at work & sport
👍 communicate better in relationships
👍 find clarity when life feels heavy
But when therapy doesn’t work for men, it’s usually because:
❌ the therapist was a bad fit
❌ the sessions felt vague or aimless
❌ it focused too much on “venting” and not enough on problem-solving
❌ the man felt judged, corrected, or pathologised
Talk therapy absolutely works for men — when it actually fits men.
Keen to hear your views!
If you’ve tried therapy, what worked for you?
What didn’t?
Do men need a different style of support than women?
Let’s keep the conversation respectful and honest.
Ash
