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Men’s Therapy Group in Vienna

A space for men to reflect, connect and develope and expectations

Support after individual therapy, honest exchange and practical strategies for everyday life.

Men’s Group in Vienna

“Men experience things differently — and sometimes they need a different kind of space.”

Many men keep functioning for a long time.

At work.
In relationships.
In everyday life.

Until, at some point, it no longer feels so easy.

What is often missing is a space where men can speak openly — without having to explain themselves, perform, justify or have everything figured out.

This group offers exactly that: a respectful and confidential setting for men to reflect, connect and explore what is really going on beneath the surface.

What the Men’s Therapy Group Is About

This Men’s Therapy Group in Vienna is designed for men who are approaching the end of their individual psychotherapy or have recently completed it.

The group focuses on helping participants:

integrate what they have learned into everyday life
strengthen emotional stability and resilience
continue working on personal challenges
recognise and change recurring patterns
stay connected to their personal growth instead of slipping back into old habits

In short, this group is about continuing the journey — with the support of others, rather than having to do it alone.

Who Is This Men’s Therapy Group For?

This group is for men:

whose individual therapy is approaching its end
who are looking for a meaningful transition after individual therapy
who want to continue working on personal topics
who may benefit from honest exchange with other men

The group may be especially suitable if you:

want to try things out in a practical way
do not only want to talk about change, but also explore new ways of acting
notice that structure, clarity and direct feedback are helpful for you

How we work

The group is practical, focused and grounded in real life.

Together, we work with:

real-life situations and everyday challenges
individual topics and personal goals
experiential exercises and role plays
honest, respectful feedback in a supportive group setting

The goal is not to say the "right" things or perform perfectly. It is to gain new experiences, develop new perspectives and try out different ways of relating to yourself and others in a safe and supportive environment.

What to Expect and What We Ask of You

For the group to be meaningful and beneficial for everyone, we ask that you:

are willing to talk about your personal experiences and concerns, with support whenever needed
are open to actively participating in the group process
respect the experiences and perspectives of other participants
commit to attending sessions regularly and reliably

This is a therapeutic group based on trust, confidentiality and mutual respect. Together, we create a safe environment where meaningful reflection, honest exchange and personal growth can take place.

Why Join a Men’s Therapy Group?

Many men experience something in this group that is often missing from everyday life:

open and straightforward conversations
understanding without the need for lengthy explanations
honest and constructive feedback
genuine connection with other men

For many participants, these shared experiences can open up new perspectives, strengthen self-awareness and support meaningful personal growth in ways they may not have expected.

Strengthening Your Resources and Self-Care

This group helps you reconnect with your personal strengths, abilities and inner resources.

Together, we focus on what already supports you - so that self-care, self-efficacy and stability can become more present in your everyday life.

How Does the Men’s Group Therapy Work?

How the Men’s Therapy Group Works

This men’s therapy group is not only about talking at length about problems. It is about exploring what is happening in everyday life - and finding new ways to respond.

You can bring in real situations from your life: stress, conflicts, pressure, difficult conversations or patterns that seem to repeat themselves.

Together, we take a closer look:

What is actually happening in these situations?
What patterns become visible?
And what could you try to do differently?

A significant part of the work takes place directly within the group.

This may include:

practising difficult conversations
exploring how to set boundaries
trying out new responses
reflecting on relationship patterns
receiving honest and respectful feedback from other men

The feedback is direct, clear and grounded - without judgement, and always at eye level.

What matters most is that the work does not remain theoretical. You have the opportunity to try things out in the group and take new experiences back into your everyday life.

You decide for yourself how actively you want to participate. Listening is just as welcome as speaking and contributing.

The aim is to help you become more grounded, more self-aware and more confident in dealing with situations that might otherwise lead you back into familiar patterns.

Benefits of Joining a Men’s Therapy Group in Vienna

This group can support you in creating a stable transition from individual therapy into everyday life.

It can help you develop:

greater confidence in everyday situations
practical strategies instead of theory alone
honest exchange with other men
a deeper understanding of your own patterns
more awareness of your strengths and resources
continued personal development beyond individual therapy

Group therapy can offer relief, open up new perspectives and support you in building greater inner stability over time.

Why Men’s Group Therapy Can Be Helpful

Many people experience relief when they realise that they are not alone with their struggles.

In a group setting, it can be powerful to hear:
“I am not the only one who feels this way.”

This shared experience can become an important step toward change. Group therapy offers the opportunity to exchange perspectives, experience understanding and try out new ways of relating to yourself and others in a safe and supportive environment.

Men’s group therapy can support you in understanding yourself more clearly, developing helpful strategies for everyday life and feeling less alone with the challenges you are facing.

Practical Information About the Men’s Therapy Group

Start: Mid-September 2026b
End: End of February 2027

Time: Tuesdays at 5:00 PM
Frequency: Weekly
Session duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Fee: €52 per session

Number of sessions: Approximately 20–21 sessions, excluding public holidays and school holiday periods in Vienna
Group size: Minimum 4 participants, maximum 10 participants

Joining later: A later entry may be possible after 6–8 weeks, depending on available places and the group process

Continuation: A continuation of the group is planned if needed

In the long term, this men’s therapy group is intended to become an ongoing group format.

Interested in Joining the Men’s Therapy Group?

If something in this speaks to you, it may be a good reason to take the next step.

Feel free to contact me for a non-binding preliminary conversation. Together, we can clarify whether the men’s therapy group is the right setting for you at this point.