For over ten years, I’ve had the pleasure and privilege of both participating in and facilitating men’s groups – spaces that have shaped who I am, both personally and professionally.
While my own personal therapy helped me develop a greater sense of safety around opening up and being vulnerable, I still noticed a resistance when it came to sharing openly in groups of men – or even within male friendships, where conversations would often revolve around anything but our feelings.
Through being part of a men’s group, I discovered that with time, patience, and practice, it could not only feel safe to open up around other men – it could also feel deeply liberating. These spaces foster growth, genuine connection, and a shared sense of authenticity that many men don’t experience elsewhere.
Men come to these groups for many different reasons.
Some want to practise vulnerability and emotional openness in a supportive, non-judgemental environment.
Others may feel disconnected from their sense of self or identity and are searching for something more grounded and real.
Some come because of loneliness, isolation, or a longing for belonging – a desire to feel understood by others who truly get it.
Others want to explore how they show up in relationships, challenge outdated ideas about masculinity, or develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
Whatever the reason, men’s groups offer a supportive and grounded environment where participants can connect, share honestly, and support one another exactly where they are in their lives.
What unfolds in these groups is often powerful.
Through openness, reflection, and genuine connection, men begin to realise they are not alone – and that there is real strength in showing up just as they are. This can be especially healing for men who, from a young age, received familial or societal messages to “man up” or “get on with it.”
Facilitating these groups now feels like a true privilege – to witness men finding their voices, reconnecting with their authentic selves, and building relationships grounded in respect, vulnerability, and care.
About the Groups
Alec runs men’s groups both online and in central London, with up to eight men participating in each group. Together, participants hold a respectful and supportive space, and discussions naturally evolve based on what each person brings to the group.
Groups run on a fortnightly basis and typically last for a three-month term. At the end of each term, you’ll have the option to continue with the group or take a pause – depending on what feels right for you.
