Men's Therapy Group - Now Enrolling!
- Matthew Kirshman
- Feb 20
- 2 min read
“Most men grow up without any real emotional education. They’re told to stay tough, to push through, to ‘figure it out on your own.’ They learn to speak the language of competence and problem-solving, not the language of sadness, fear or vulnerability. And when those feelings do show up, they can come out sideways: withdrawal, irritability, anger, overworking, or simply going quiet at the exact moment they most need connection.”
- Justin Pere,
Seattle Times
Counseling West Seattle is happy to announce that our new Men's Therapy Group has begun and is currently open for enrollment!
Facilitated by Matthew Kirshman, MA, MSW, LICSW, the group meets every Tuesday from 6:00–7:15 p.m. in person at Counseling West Seattle's offices on California Avenue.
Discussion is open-ended, focusing on issues involving communication, emotions, & identity, and how those topics are contextualized in male socialization. Intended for six to eight members meeting on a consistent basis, the group is a space for men to work on personal, relational, and emotional challenges in an honest, respectful, and growth-oriented way.
This is a high-accountability group. Its intention is to create a microcosm of real-life relational dynamics. With honesty, authenticity, and trust, we support each other in developing insight into our patterns.
Prospective participants will have an initial one-on-one session to ensure that this group is right for them.
Contact Patricia Lusby for intake and to schedule initial session:
(253) 777-8280 | scheduling@counselingwestseattle.com
Cost is $60 per session
1. Justin Pere, “Men aren’t emotionless — they’re undertrained | Mental Health Perspectives,” Seattle Times, February 10, 2026, https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/men-arent-emotionless-theyre-undertrained-mental-health-perspectives/
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