Your Counsellor Canada

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Therapy For Men Who Are Tired of Being Stuck

Practical, evidence-based counselling for men dealing with stress, anger, substance use, relationship strain, or a growing sense that life has narrowed.

I work primarily with men who feel stuck, worn down, or frustrated that things are not changing despite sustained effort. Many of the men I support are capable, responsible, and outwardly functioning well, yet privately dealing with stress, anger, substance use, relationship strain, or a growing sense that life has narrowed. They often say, “I should be handling this better,” while feeling increasingly overwhelmed or disconnected.

My approach is practical, direct, and strength-based. We focus on what is actually happening in your life and what will help you move forward now. Rather than over-analyzing the past, we identify the patterns that are getting in the way, clarify priorities, and develop concrete strategies you can use in real situations outside the counselling room. The goal is not just insight, but steady momentum.

Many men come to therapy unsure whether it will help or concerned it will feel abstract or overly emotional. Therapy with me is collaborative and action-oriented, grounded in clarity, responsibility, and practical steps toward change. You do not have to carry this on your own, and you do not have to remain stuck in patterns that no longer serve you.

How can I help?

Practical counselling for men—clear goals, honest conversation, and tools you can use in real life.

Stress & Burnout

When you’re carrying too much for too long—pressure, fatigue, irritability, and feeling like you’re running on fumes.

Anger & Reactivity

Short fuse, shutdowns, or regret after conflict. We build strategies for calm control and better outcomes.

Relationships & Communication

Repair trust, reduce conflict, and learn how to speak clearly—without blowing up or disappearing.

Anxiety & Overthinking

High alert, racing thoughts, tight chest, sleep disruption. We focus on what reduces anxiety in daily life.

Substance Use & Self-Control

If alcohol or other habits are starting to cost you—work, health, relationships—we build realistic change plans.

Direction & Purpose

When life feels narrowed or flat. Clarify what matters, rebuild structure, and move toward a stronger next chapter.

How I work.

Watch this video to learn a bit about how I work. 

Our Mission

At Your Counsellor Canada, our mission is to provide practical, strength-based counselling that meets men where they are. We offer action-oriented support for substance use, anger, depression, anxiety, and loneliness, helping men build real strategies for real life.
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Counsellor Patrick
MC, RCC, CCC

Unlock Your Potential

Here’s what other men have brought to our work together:

💢 “I snap too fast. My temper’s costing me.”
😶 “I don’t feel much of anything anymore.”
🥃 “Drinking helps… until it doesn’t.”
🧱 “I don’t talk about feelings—but keeping it in isn’t working either.”
🕯 “I lost someone. I’ve just been pushing it down.”
💼 “Everyone leans on me. But I’ve got no one to lean on.”

Sound familiar?

You’re not alone. And there’s a way through this that doesn’t involve tearing yourself apart.