Focusing on Male-Centred Psychology
Counselling for Men in Newton Abbot & Online. A space to, feel, speak and be heard.
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I’m a male‑centred counsellor based in Newton Abbot, working with men who feel overwhelmed, shut down, or stuck in their own heads. If you’re carrying more than you let on — pressure, anger, shame, numbness, or the sense that you “should be coping better” you’re in the right place.
My work helps you steady your emotions, understand what’s happening in your body, and rebuild confidence in who you are.
If you’re here, you’re already doing something important
Most men arrive at this point quietly, scrolling, thinking, weighing things up. Maybe you’re choosing between counsellors. Maybe you’re not even sure counselling is the move yet. That’s completely fine.
Reaching this page already shows intention, strength, and a desire for things to change. Take your time. This site is designed to give you straight answers and a clear sense of what working together looks like.
⭐ What clients say
How I work
I’m a professional counsellor offering online and face‑to‑face sessions from a private, warm, confidential room here in Newton Abbot (with parking available). This space is designed to help you talk openly about things you wouldn’t normally say out loud, without judgement, pressure, or expectation.
My approach is grounded, practical, and tailored to you. We slow things down, make sense of what’s going on inside you, and build tools you can actually use in real life.
Training & approach
I draw from Person‑Centred Therapy, Solution‑Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Compassionate Inquiry, and somatic approaches. No two men are the same, so the work adapts to what you need, not a rigid model.
At the core of my practice is empathy, clarity, and gentle challenge. I listen closely, help you understand your patterns, and support you in moving toward the life you want. Everything you share is held in strict confidence (with the standard legal exceptions explained in my (privacy policy).
Why I specialise in men’s mental health
Many men grow up with messages like “man up”, “don’t cry”, or “just get on with it.” These early lessons can turn into emotional suppression, relationship struggles, anger, shutdown, or feeling disconnected from yourself.
My work creates space to question these inherited beliefs, understand where they came from, and build healthier, more authentic ways of being. Vulnerability here isn’t weakness, it’s strength, clarity, and self‑respect.
⭐ What clients say
Who are you? You, are you, There is only one you, There will not be another you, To be the best version of you, you, need to embrace you, You are amazing, Believe in you, You can achieve amazing things, So who or what is stopping you, from being you?
Mario Hall
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Male-centred Psychology.
Traditional ideas of masculinity, stoicism, emotional suppression, and self-reliance are outdated, yet still discourages men from seeking help. This reluctance contributes to rising rates of male suicide and addiction, as emotional pain often goes unaddressed.
To change this, I believe we need to reframe masculinity to embrace emotional honesty and vulnerability. Men’s counselling is not a luxury, i believe it’s essential. It helps prevent suicide, reduce addiction, and foster emotional wellbeing. Vulnerability isn’t weakness, it’s just being human. It’s how we heal, grow, and truly connect. I invite you to watch this short clip How much do you know about male psychology?
Fear, stress and anxiety
My face to face counselling or online counselling services are designed to help you overcome fear, stress, and anxiety. I provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your behaviour, and develop strategies to to be empowered to manage your strong emotions that may be dictating your decisions.
Grief
Grief is a natural response to loss. Its like a wave that comes in strong and then gradually fades over time. In counselling, we can provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings, process your loss and learn healthy coping mechanisms to manage your grief. It is also important to note, that grief is not just the death of a loved one, but loss can be separation, home, job, or a possession which was precious to you.
Walking therapy
Have you heard of walking therapy? It's like regular talk therapy, but you do it outside while walking. It's a great way to get some exercise and improve your mental health at the same time. There are many places we can go. By the sea, I have quiet woods not far from the practice. If you are interested contact me for more information.
Trauma
Trauma is like carrying a heavy backpack after going through something tough or frightening. It can weigh a guy down with feelings like anxiety, sadness, or even numbness. Therapy helps lighten that load, like taking some of the weight out of the backpack so it’s easier to carry. Since trauma can show up in different ways, the more complex it is, the more important it is to take a closer look and unpack it piece by piece.
LGBTQIA+ Community
I have experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community and understand that being part of the LGBTQIA+ community can be tough, being different from the majority, wanting to tell or talk to someone for the first time about your feelings. Being part of the LGBTQIA+ community, you may experience discrimination or prejudice because of your sexual orientation or gender identity, This can lead to feelings of isolation, anxiety, or depression. Being part of the community, you may experience unique stressors related to your identity. For example, you may have to navigate societal expectations and norms that don't align with your gender or sexual orientation.
Anger Management
Anger is a normal human emotion and in some cases a healthy emotion. But it is important to understand how to manage it in a healthy way. In counselling, we can explore the root causes of your anger, develop healthy coping mechanisms and learn to communicate healthily.