Anxiety & Depression
Understanding Bipolar in Men: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition marked by a pattern of recurring significant shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. People with bipolar experience chronically occurring episodes of: Depression: feeling very low, fatigued, and hopeless among other symptoms common in men And one of: Hypomania: noticeable boost in energy, mood, or productivity that might […]
Your Stories – Rhys – HeadsUpGuys
About Rhys I’m Rhys Phillips, a Certified Professional Life Coach. I am originally from Wales in the UK. I started working there in local government, but ended up moving to the US, via South Africa where I was a safari guide, about 15 years ago. I am working at the moment to expand my coaching […]
Your Stories – Dan – HeadsUpGuys
About Dan: Dan Jaffe is an actor, writer, and filmmaker based in Brooklyn, New York. He is directing a short film called HARBOR in November this year, with a planned release date in 2026. The film explores mental health in men, particularly those whose upbringing never allowed them to express themselves as they grew from […]
Thinking About Writing a Suicide Note? Read This First
If you’re thinking about writing a suicide note, please pause for a moment and take a few deep breaths. I, and many others, have been where you are right now. It’s okay to lose hope. It doesn’t mean you won’t feel well again. In 2010, after several months of being severely depressed (and years of […]
90 Best Psychotherapy Blogs and Websites in 2025
Thanks to Feedspot for the nod for being a Top Psychotherapy Blog. Studies show that professionals blogging for mental health outreach offers benefits to those struggling with mental health disorders, including reducing feelings of isolation, processing emotions, building community, and combating stigma. For individuals who maintain their own blog, research shows that writing serves as […]
Committing to the Process | Julius’ Story
About Julius: My name is Julius Stukes Jr, and I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. I’m a Shaw University graduate and a member of Community Board 18 here in Brooklyn. I am a filmmaker and an AI consultant who believes in pushing the narrative that therapy is a life-changing experience. I am currently […]
Midlife Crisis: The Emotions | Portrait Series
In 2018, I lost both of my parents, and it sent huge waves through my life. It made me stop and think about what was next, not only in terms of my future but also in how I could live openly as a gay man. Growing up in Malaysia, I never really had the freedom […]
Finding the Courage to Face Unresolved Grief
About Arlen: I am a writer, speaker, musician and mental health advocate. My mission is to use my creativity, tenacity, and experience to inspire and lead others toward better mental health. I share how unresolved grief spiralled into addiction and mental health challenges, and ways that helped me out. At the start of my grade […]
Rising Together Instead of Standing Alone
About Josh: I’m a recent Computer Science graduate, excited to see where life takes me professionally. Beyond my career, I’m a musician, artist, and gamer who cares deeply about mental health. I strive to bring encouragement, humor, and a listening ear to those around me. WHAT WAS THE MAJOR TURNING POINT IN YOUR MENTAL HEALTH […]
Breaking the Cycle | Henry’s Story
Breaking the Cycle of Silence and Stigma Come out of the womb, grow up, study, get a good job, start a family, and die. A seemingly perfect and meticulous life plan that most Asian children are expected to uphold. It’s a form of generational trauma passed down like a family heirloom, rarely talked about yet […]