From an early age, men are usually encouraged to suppress their emotions, and “be tough.” But now, we are seeing a shift from “men don’t cry” to “men feel, too.”
Whether you're navigating complex emotions, dealing with loss or life changes, facing relationship problems, or something else, Fleurish is here to support you.
We specialize in mental health services for men in Decatur, Atlanta, and throughout Georgia, and we invite you to therapy tailored for men.
Let’s redefine strength together — because real strength means embracing and expressing your emotions freely.
Therapy for Men is Changing
We are shifting the narrative of traditional male stoicism by accepting and cherishing male vulnerability as a strength. We offer you therapy for life’s everyday challenges. You don’t need to be facing a crisis or have a mental health diagnosis to start. Our goal is to empower you to use therapy as a tool for growth and happiness.
Explore the possibility of therapy designed for men here at Fleurish.
Will Therapy Really Help Me?
Therapy isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. The therapeutic journey is as individual as you are, and the effectiveness of therapy greatly depends on your openness to the process, the rapport between you and your therapist, and your commitment to self-exploration and change. Therapy also isn't about changing who you are. It's about embracing and understanding your full range of emotions, experiences, and identity, and using them as tools for growth.
In short, yes, we believe therapy can help. That’s why we do what we do!
Why Would I Consider Therapy?
Guys who come to see usually say that some of these issues brought them to reach out:
Feeling stuck – “I can’t get out of a rut” or “I don’t know what to do”
Insomnia – “I’m not sleeping like I used to”
Angry outbursts – “My fuse is just shorter than it used to be”
Career struggles – “I hate my job” or “Work is too stressful”
Relationship stress or problems communicating with partners – “We fight over every little thing” or “We’ve gotten distant”
Drinking more than usual – “I need a few drinks each day to relax”
Counseling is a chance to look at your problems and create concrete solutions for them together with your therapist. Your therapist can help you see different perspectives and learn tools to use on your own to get you back to feeling like yourself again.
Therapy can help you figure out solutions to issues you are stuck on like:
How to better communicate in your relationships
How to function better and think more clearly at work
How to get better sleep
How to feel less angry or stressed
What Happens During a Session?
You might be wondering, “What is this even going to be like?” While each session’s agenda is flexible, you and your therapist will still work together to set some goals to focus on as a framework for your time together.
The conversation is typically led by you, and we encourage an open dialogue about what you're comfortable discussing. The process might involve exploring your personal history, understanding how it shapes your present, identifying patterns in your thoughts and behaviors, and working on strategies for change. As your therapy progresses, you may delve into topics such as relationships, self-esteem, work-related issues, stress management, emotional regulation, or other areas impacting your mental health.
We work to make sure you feel as comfortable as possible while talking about stuff you probably don’t share with many other people (if any people at all). Yes, you’ll sit on a couch and meet for an hour, but the specifics are up to you and your counselor.
Let's Take the First Step of Your Journey Together
Taking the first step to feeling better and living a more meaningful life isn’t easy, but you don’t have to take that step alone. Reach out to the Fleurish Psychotherapy team today, and one of our skilled therapists will take that step with you. When you’re ready, let’s get started.