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Today’s society has many ideas of how men are expected to behave. They are told they must meet the expectations of wives, children, co-workers, and friends. This can cause men to have a false value of themselves which can lead to anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues. At Texas Christian Counseling, we offer professional counseling for men’s issues to help you overcome the struggles you face.

Most men’s issues are developed through the mindset that relates to family culture, era, or location. Each of these has a way of influencing the behavior of men. There are many beliefs about the masculinity of men that cause them to forgo seeking any type of mental health assistance. Many men end up trying to self-treat through avenues that can cause more damage to their mental health. Find compassionate, faith-based support today at Texas Christian Counseling.

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What are some common men’s issues?

Many of the issues men face are not uncommon. Having said that, men tend to react and experience these issues differently than women. It has been noted that the traditional mindset of masculinity has a negative effect and could lead to a conflict with that gender role.

Here are some of the common men’s issues that lead men to pursue counseling:

Anxiety and depression: Wrestling with worry and fear can lead to feeling depressed or anxious. These are the most common issues that men face and they are the least treated.

Anger: Throughout history, men have been taught that they must hide their emotions. The result of hiding their emotions when it comes to heartache or sadness is typically anger. This can lead to harmful behaviors that can affect those around them.

Marriage and family: Men don’t always understand women and this can cause a struggle in the area of relationships. When you add financial and parenting issues, the strain can cause men to feel overwhelmed and unable to cope with these situations.

Chemical addictions: Chemical addiction and dependency are a result of self-medication. Some men will turn to alcohol or drugs to self-medicate in hopes of being able to cope with the demands of maintaining their masculinity.

Pornography or sexual addiction: Our society has become saturated with the depiction of sex and its power. The suggestive imagery is found on billboards, televisions, and computers. Access to pornography is only a click away. This type of addiction is a destructive force for families as well as the mental health of men.

Intimacy and affection: Most men tend to express love by doing things for those they love. They tend to have difficulty understanding the aspects of intimacy that involve listening and communicating.

Why do some men avoid counseling?

Some men want to maintain the persona of being strong and able to handle situations. Because of this, they tend to avoid counseling. One of the main reasons is that masculinity has become drenched with toxic beliefs. These mindsets can intensify the fear of not being “manly.”

They may feel as though they must meet the hard standard of what makes a man. This type of thinking is typically instilled during childhood when boys are pressured to pursue certain activities and look a certain way.

During childhood, boys are typically taught that they shouldn’t cry and must always be strong. This has caused difficulties for those men who need counseling for mental health issues. This can also bring about feelings of guilt or shame when reaching out to someone for help.

What are the benefits of counseling for men’s issues?

When men choose to seek counseling for the issues they face, they will find that it helps them to identify the problem and find feasible solutions. Texas Christian Counseling provides a Bible-based approach to finding effective outcomes to improve their well-being.

The Christian counselors in Texas do this by supporting men in a safe place to discuss the issues. Several tools can assist in reaching their goal of improved mental health.

The counselors at Texas Christian Counseling have experience helping men with the issues that affect them. Through faith-based solutions, Christian counseling in Texas can give men hope and guidance in becoming the man of God that He designed them to be.

What techniques do counselors use to help with men’s issues?

Most men want to be able to see how something is working. They want to be able to measure progress. They also want to find humor in situations that seem difficult to navigate. Helping men open up and discuss their issues is the first step that a Christian counselor will take.

Honesty and control can give men the ability to open up about issues so that they can understand how to utilize the tools available to overcome the problem. When they are given honest information and allowed some control of how they will engage in treatment, the success rate becomes higher.

Using goal-focused approaches allows men to see where they want to go and the steps they need to take to get there. This gives them a sense of maintaining masculinity rather than feeling vulnerable to the situation.

Next steps 

If you feel that you require counseling for men’s issues, please reach out to your local Christian counselors at Texas Christian Counseling.

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