Men's Talk Space

You don’t have to do it alone.

Is a message that many men have gone far too long without hearing. Men are taught from an early age to “man up,” push through, and keep their emotions under wraps. But bottling things up only adds pressure - until eventually, it bursts.

We have created Men’s Talk Space a mental health support group as we believe that real strength is found not in silence, but in connection. Our group built is on brotherhood, boundaries, and honesty, offering a safe, confidential space for men to talk, listen, and heal - together

Why Men’s Mental Health needs urgent attention in the UK

The numbers are clear, and they’re deeply concerning:

Three in every four suicides in the UK are by men - suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50.
On average, 12 men die by suicide every day in the UK.
Only 36% of NHS talking therapy referrals are for men, despite high levels of distress.
Men are less likely to seek help and more likely to turn to alcohol, drugs, or withdrawal as coping mechanisms.
Men aged 45–54 are the highest risk group for suicide, often facing job stress, relationship breakdown, loneliness, or financial strain.

These are not just statistics — they are stories of fathers, sons, brothers, partners, and mates who felt they had nowhere to turn.

We are here to change that.

What happens in a Men’s Support Group?

We get it. Joining a support group might feel outside your comfort zone. Most men who walk through our doors feel the same at first. You might be wondering: Will I be judged? Will I have to talk about everything straight away? What if I don’t know what to say?

The truth is: You are welcome exactly as you are.

Each session offers:

A confidential, respectful, and non-judgmental space.
No pressure to speak — you’re free to share when you’re ready, or just listen.
Time to explore tools for handling stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and more obstacles that men face.
Real connection with other men who are also showing up and trying — just like you.

Confidentiality & Boundaries: What keeps the group safe

What’s said in the group stays in the group. Confidentiality is sacred. Here’s how we keep our space safe:

Everything shared is confidential — nothing leaves the room or the online group.
You only share what you feel comfortable sharing. No one is forced to speak.
We don’t give advice unless asked. We listen, reflect, and respect.
We don’t tolerate judgment, shame, or discrimination. This is a space of mutual respect.
Healthy boundaries are maintained, including respecting everyone’s time, space, and emotional limits.

In short: this is a space where you can be real, without fear.

Why this works: The power of brotherhood

There’s something powerful that happens when men gather with openness. The pressure to perform drops. The masks come off. You start to realise you’re not the only one struggling - and that connection, right there, is the beginning of healing.

Whether you’re dealing with work burnout, fatherhood, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, or just feel stuck - you don’t have to go through it alone.

Where, When and How?

Where: Our groups take place in person at grounded. St Pauls

When: Our next group starts on Friday 25th July at 6.30pm and runs for 8 consecutive weeks.

How: Our groups are open to men of all backgrounds, ages, and experiences. You don’t need to have had therapy before, or know exactly what you want to say. Just show up!

If you would like to sign up to our next group sign up here to learn more.

Let’s break the silence. Together.

You’re not weak for struggling. You’re strong for showing up. This is your space - to talk, to breathe, to begin healing.