Community is so important and fostering a sense of connection and meaning is vital for male development! There’s a growing conversation about boys and young men—and not all of it is helpful. In the absence of strong, supportive communities, many are turning to online spaces that offer certainty, identity, and belonging, but often at a cost. What’s commonly referred to as the manosphere can pull young men toward narrow ideas of masculinity, disconnection, and sometimes resentment. But the real...

In this talking head I discuss male engagement in therapy and briefly explore how to facilitate engaging boys and young men in therapeutic dialogue.

What an experience that was! As I write this blog the conference was a few weeks past and yet I still feel the positive effects it has left on me. For me the conference was an opportunity to connect with fellow practitioners and likeminded individuals. What set this conference apart was the sense of community which was felt almost immediately and grew throughout. The committee organising the event offered an range of workshops to inspire those in attendance. This of course is nothing new in...