MEND

Mental · Emotional · Needs · Direction

Where men come to heal, connect, and grow.

Who Are We?

MEND is a UK-based men’s mental health and wellbeing service offering specialised group psychotherapy and support for men. We help men heal from trauma, improve relationships, and develop emotional resilience through a safe, supportive, and practical approach.

Founded by experienced psychotherapists Roy Akins and Genovieve Feasey, MEND was created to meet the growing need for male-focused mental health support in the UK - providing spaces where men can talk openly, connect authentically, and make meaningful change.

MEND is committed to supporting individuals in understanding their mental and emotional needs while providing clear direction toward positive growth and well-being. Through education, community, and empowerment, we guide people to make meaningful choices and improve their lives.

Through our group sessions and workshops, we help men understand their emotions, build resilience, and create lasting positive transformation. Our approach blends traditional counselling, trauma-informed therapy, and practical coaching - because we believe emotional health is built on both understanding and action.

"These sessions aren’t just talk - they’re practical, supportive, and life-changing. Each theme gives you tools for real-life challenges, peer connection, and the chance to break old patterns. Because healing is strength and no man should have to do it alone."

Our Specialisms:

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Workplace Demands - Stress & Burnout
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Fatherhood and Child Contact
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Educational and Career Attainment
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Personal Relationships
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Criminal Justice 
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Domestic Abuse
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Complex Family Dynamics
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Trauma and PTSD 
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Common Mental Health Conditions 
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Major Life Transitions
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Personal Development & Wellbeing
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Separation and Divorce
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Financial Stress
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Loss and Bereavement
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Social Isolation
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Addictions
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Groupwork & Workshop Series

1. Understanding Trauma & Mental Health

Explore how trauma and PTSD impact men, break down common myths, and learn practical tools for resilience. A safe, supportive space to share experiences and discover strength in vulnerability.

2. Navigating Separation, Divorce & Co-Parenting

Gain clarity and confidence in managing separation and co-parenting challenges. This session equips fathers with strategies to regulate emotions, reduce conflict, and prioritize children’s wellbeing while building healthier routines.

3. Breaking the Cycle: Path to Addiction Recovery

Understand addiction as more than a habit — it’s a survival response. This workshop helps men identify triggers, reconnect with values, and learn tools for managing cravings and building a meaningful path to recovery.

4. Grief: Navigating Loss & Bereavement

A compassionate space to explore grief in its many forms. This session supports men in expressing loss, breaking through silence, and discovering new ways to honour memories while moving toward healing and growth.

5. Self-Care & Intimacy

Learn how to show up for yourself and your relationships with greater emotional responsibility. Explore practical self-care habits, relational tools, and intimacy practices that strengthen connections and support healthier bonds.

6. Fatherhood & Child Contact

For fathers facing contact challenges, this session blends practical advice with emotional reflection. Build resilience, explore your identity as a father, and find meaningful ways to connect with your children despite obstacles.

7. Workplace Pressures & Career Transitions

Tackle stress, burnout, or career changes with strategies for resilience and balance. Reflect on your career journey, share experiences, and plan for a healthier, more fulfilling work-life balance.

8. Complex Family Dynamics & Domestic Abuse

Understand patterns of family conflict, abuse, and control — and learn how accountability can open the door to change. This session offers tools for healthier communication, boundaries, and growth within relationships.

9. Financial Stress & Life Transitions

Money and major life changes can feel overwhelming. This workshop helps men identify values, create resilience plans, and find practical steps to manage financial strain while navigating life’s biggest transitions.

Our Approach:

Trauma Holistic and Integrative Approach: We utilise both traditional counselling and therapeutic coaching to address emotional, psychological, and practical concerns.

Active Involvement: We guide clients to solve their own difficulties, fostering confidence and intuitiveness in maintaining long-term wellbeing.

Communication: Teaching vital communication skills to navigate difficult conversations and bring clients closer to their goals.

Practical Steps: Offering actionable steps from the first session to help clients improve their relationships and overall wellbeing.

Patterns and Underlying Issues: Identifying negative behavioural patterns and bringing underlying issues to the surface for positive change.