Men’s Group Therapy Calgary
A space to connect with other men and address issues you’ve wanted to change.
Carbon Psychology Signature Program: No previous experience required.
Men's Group was designed to help guys face some of the most common problems affecting them. With other men of different ages and backgrounds, participants will strive, through authentic conversation, structured activities, and genuine commitment to change, to move forward towards greater freedom and fulfillment.
Not everyone who signs up for this group has an exact reason why, nor do they need one. This group is about showing up however you are now, and with the hope of getting somewhere better.
How The Group Works
8 weeks. 90 minutes. Up to 10 men.
Sessions meet weekly on Tuesday evenings, 6:30 – 8:00 PM at our Mission office.
Sessions combine brief activities, readings, and weekly themes with space for open and honest dialogue. It is our experience that the most powerful therapeutic factor in group therapy is the relationships you form with the other members. As such, Men's Group prioritizes that kind of conversation over everything else. Even with weekly themes built in, sessions are free to go in unexpected directions, the way authentic conversation and therapy should.
Week 1: Orientation & Goal-Setting
Week 2: Masculinity & Shame
Week 3: Facing Your Fears, Emotions, and Unique Challenges
Week 4: Relationships & Intimacy
Week 5: Anger & Control
Week 6: Purpose & Identity
Week 7: Loneliness & Belonging
Week 8: Integration & Leaving
Is This Group Right For You?
This group might be for you if:
A sense that something isn't quite right, without being sure what it is
Masculinity and the pressure to hold it together
Trouble naming or talking about what you feel
Strained relationships, with a partner, friends, or family
Anger, or struggles with control
Uncertainty about purpose or direction
Isolation, or the sense of handling things alone
Hesitation about one-on-one therapy
It is open to adult men of all ages. No prior therapy experience needed.
Cost.
$110 per session Aligned with the PAA's recommended group rate. Billable to most insurance plans that cover psychological services. Payment is made per session. Receipts provided for insurance reimbursement.
Your Facilitator
Michael brings warmth, clinical expertise, and extensive experience in group dynamics, relationship-focused therapy, and emotional growth work. Michael creates a space that encourages authenticity, safety, and meaningful change.
Michael Grisonich, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Next Group: Starts September 8, 2026 Tuesday evenings | 6:30 – 8:00 PM | Carbon Psychology, Mission
Spots are limited to 10 participants. A brief consultation with Michael is required before joining.
Winter offering starts January 17, 2027 on Tuesday evenings for 8 weeks.
FAQ
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What is group therapy like?
Each week has a theme, but sessions aren't scripted. If something else comes up that matters more, that's where the conversation goes. Everyone's expected to talk and take part, though how much you open up tends to build over time.
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I'm nervous about joining. Is that normal?
Yes. Most men are nervous before the first session, and a lot of them are still a little nervous walking into the second one. That doesn't mean you're not ready. The nerves usually settle once you see everyone else in the room dealing with the same thing.
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What kind of men join this group?
Men at different life stages — some in their 20s figuring out direction, others in their 40s navigating relationships or career pressure. The common thread isn't age or situation, it's that something isn't working and they're willing to look at it honestly.
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I've never done therapy before. Is that okay?
Completely fine. No prior experience needed. The group is structured to be accessible whether this is your first time or not.
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How is this different from just talking to my friends?
The group is facilitated by a registered provisional psychologist and structured around growth. It's a different kind of conversation — more honest, more focused, and without the social dynamics that make it hard to be real with people you know.
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I'm not sure if it's for me, but I'd like to learn more. What should I do?
The best next step is a free consultation, typically a 15-30 minute conversation with Michael about what you're dealing with and whether the group makes sense for you. There's no obligation to join afterward.