men’s therapy in manly, the northern beaches that works.
Straight-up support for men who want clarity, strength and real change.
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therapy for Men in Manly, the Northern Beaches and Online.
FROM CONNECTION TO CARE, WE MAKE IT SIMPLE.
No jargon, no judgement. Just honest conversation that helps you cut through the noise and move forward.
At The Counselling Practice, we know that seeking help isn’t always easy - especially for men. If you’re based in Manly, Balgowlah or anywhere across the Northern Beaches, we’ve made men’s therapy as straightforward as possible.
No complicated forms. No waiting weeks. No need to explain why you’re here.
Our support is practical, direct, and tailored to what men actually need, not just what the textbooks say..
We take care of the logistics, so you can focus on what matters: feeling lighter, clearer and more in control.
who carries you…when you’re carrying everyone else?
Every man feels the pressure to hold it all together. You show up for your partner, your kids, your team, your mates — always the strong one, always dependable.
But when your own load gets too heavy… who’s there for you?
That’s where The Counselling Practice can step in. Our men’s therapy in Manly and across the Northern Beaches isn’t about diagnosing or “fixing” you, because you’re not broken.
It’s about cutting through the noise, helping you see clearly, and turning the silent weight you’ve been carrying into something useful.
We guide men toward lives that feel lighter. More honest. And fully their own.
relieving the pressure starts with getting real.
Life doesn’t pause just because you’re struggling. Stress, anxiety, anger, or relationship breakdowns don’t wait for the “right time.” You keep pushing through, keeping it together for everyone else, even when you’re burning out inside.
Men’s therapy in Manly and the Northern Beaches isn’t about talking endlessly. It’s not about rehashing childhood stories unless they matter.
It’s about making space for honesty - no judgement, no fluff.
It’s where you can say the things you’ve been holding in and actually be heard.
Where you get to take the pressure off, even just for an hour.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE
support for the real pressures men face across manly and the northern beaches
Not every man needs the same kind of help — but most are carrying more than they let on. Here are some of the common reasons men in Manly and the Northern Beaches reach out for therapy:
when success feels empty
You’ve done what was expected, worked hard, achieved plenty - but the pressure never lets up. Things look good from the outside, but inside, you’re anxious, burnt out, or just… numb.
This is counselling for high-functioning men who need clarity that actually lasts.
the weight of being ‘the strong one’
Everyone relies on you - at work, at home, in your family. You’re the one who holds it all together. But when you’re running on empty, there’s no room to ask for help.
This support helps men across Manly and Balgowlah let go of impossible pressure and reconnect with what matters.
anger management for men – northern beaches
The smallest things set you off. Traffic. A comment. Kids being loud. You hate how quickly you react and how long it lingers.
Our anger therapy helps men pause, understand the real trigger, and rebuild calmer, more respectful relationships..
relationship counselling for men
You’ve been told you’re emotionally unavailable. You know something’s not working. But talking about it? That’s another story.
Our work is practical. Clear. No theory, just real tools to help you show up and speak up with your partner, your kids, and yourself.
what men often feel, but rarely say out loud
Men’s mental health issues across Manly and the Northern Beaches often show up silently. You keep showing up at work. You crack jokes with your mates. You handle it. Until you can’t. Here’s what that pressure can feel like:
Work stress that never switches off
You’re successful, but totally burnt out
You wake up tired, go to bed wired, and feel like you’re failing anyway
Relationship tension that keeps building
You’re called “emotionally unavailable” but don’t know how to be any other way
Arguments escalate quickly, then shut down completely
You feel like a stranger to your partner — or to yourself
Anger that catches you off guard
You snap at small things, then regret it
Your temper worries you (and the people around you)
You feel out of control, but also exhausted
Life transitions that shake your identity
You’re asking, “Is this it?” and getting no clear answer
Your body is sending signs to slow down, but you keep pushing
Retirement or becoming an empty nester leaves you directionless
Damian Kernahan
Counselling + Coaching
therapy for men has a blind spot.
It’s full of theory, feelings and qualifications — but not enough cut-through. Too many men walk away from therapy feeling like they’ve just gone in circles, pouring in time and money with no real shift.
We know, because we’ve been there.
After years of “doing the work” with little progress, I was seeing a male counsellor in Sydney. After a couple of sessions, he cut to the point:
“I can’t help you Damian if you’re not going to be honest with me. Unless you drop the act, we’re done here.”
It hit me like a freight train.
That moment changed everything. It reminded me what most men already know deep down:
Real change needs honesty. Not more theory.
From that moment, The Counselling Practice was born — built to support men who want clarity, not clichés.
We’re not here to fix you. You’re not broken. I wasn’t either. I just needed truth, context and someone to tell it straight.
We’re here to cut through the noise, back you with support, and offer practical men’s therapy that holds up in the real world - not just in the counselling room.
Your first session is free.
No forms. No pressure. Just an honest conversation about what’s going on and whether this fits.
Available in-person in Manly & Balgowlah, or anywhere on the Northern Beaches.
Ready to stop pretending everything’s fine?
Book your free session
real talk
practical tools
no wellness bs
men’s therapy in manly & the northern beaches - straight-up therapy that cut through the noise and help you get real clarity and real change.
men’s therapy in manly & the northern beaches that actually works.
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Forget months lying on a couch rehashing the past. Our sessions get straight to what’s happening right now - what’s not working, and how to change it. Think of it as strategic planning for your life, but guided by someone who knows the pressure men face at work, at home, and in relationships.
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You solve problems. You need practical tools, not vague advice. That’s why our men’s counselling in the Northern Beaches is focused on solutions you can use today. We start with the “why,” so the “how” sticks. No wellness jargon -just real strategies that work in real life.
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After 40 years in the corporate world, I know the weight of responsibility - building companies, leading teams, being the one everyone relies on. This isn’t textbook therapy. It’s men’s counselling in Manly and Balgowlah from someone who’s lived that pressure and gets what you’re carrying.
What men’s therapy can help you work through
the real issues men bring into the room and finally talk about
Men’s therapy at The Counselling Practice isn’t just talk. It’s where you finally lay it all down - the stuff that keeps you up at night, wears you down, or makes you feel like you’re losing your grip. Here’s what we regularly support men in Manly and across the Northern Beaches to work through:
Work & Performance Pressure
Feeling like success still doesn’t feel good
Sleepless nights with a racing mind - something we often explore through anxiety therapy.
High-functioning burnout no one else sees
Doing everything “right” — but still feeling like you’re failing
Relationships, Anger & Coping
Snapping at your partner or kids, then regretting it
Emotional distance that’s grown too wide - something we work through in relationship counselling for men.
Drinking or distractions that started as relief — now feel like escapes
Carrying everyone else’s problems with nowhere to offload your own
Loss, Identity & Stuckness
Not recognising yourself anymore, a common sign of male burnout or depression.
Grieving people, roles, or dreams you never processed
Repeating the same old patterns — and finally wanting to stop
therapy Where & When You Need It
We work with men across Manly and the Northern Beaches, offering private face-to-face sessions in Balgowlah and Manly, or secure online therapy you can access anywhere in Australia.
Evening sessions for busy professionals
Confidential Northern Beaches locations with easy parking
Online video therapy for shift workers and frequent travellers
Serving Men Across the Northern Beaches:
Primary locations: Manly, Balgowlah, Mosman, Seaforth, Cremorne Extended areas: Curl Curl, Dee Why, Forestville, Frenchs Forest, Beacon Hill, Cromer, Narrabeen, Mona Vale, Newport