Counselling for Men
Dedicated to working with men, boys and families on the issues that affect their lives since 1996.
A non-profit, secular, apolitical organisation offering a broad range of counselling services and programmes with a goal
to support all ages to strengthen their relationships with partners, children, family and friends.
Run by men for men, Man Alive's team is dedicated to working in straightforward and practical ways.
ABOUT US
Awakening the unique spirit of men to build communities that work for everyone
Man Alive was set up in 1996 to provide much-needed services for men and boys. Our goal is to actively promote positive manhood and strong relationships through a range of integrated services. Our expertise and knowledge of how men work enables us to tailor our services, programmes and courses to meet the specific needs of men and boys. In 2002, we purchased a house on the edge of the business district in Henderson where we are developing the Man Alive Men's Centre. We also rent our large group rooms to groups during the day for modest fees. In 2004 founder Warwick Pudney recieved the Q.S.M. for his work with men and non-violence and for co-authoring books such as Volcano In My Tummy.We specialise in:
- Counselling for men by men
- Youth Programmes
- Living Without Violence(including our Maori programme, Te Ara Taumata Ora)
- Men's change and support group
- Family & couple counselling
- Te Ara Taumata Ora and general counselling services in Whangarei, Kaikohe and Dargaville and youth counselling in Manukau East.
Our Mission
To promote through education, counselling, therapy and advocacy:- The well-being of men, male youth and boys;
- Non-violence and compassion in the community;
- Co-operative positive caring relationship between males
- Respecting and implementing the dual heritage of the partners of Te Tiriti o Waitangi;
- Respecting cultural diversity and welcoming all nationalities within our community to utilise the Trust's services
Adult Services
Living without violence
Man Alive's point of difference from other non-violence programmes is that they are run by men, for men. Our Maori programme, Te Ara Taumata Ora, uses the same themes as Living Without Violence but they are delivered in culturally appropriate ways.Living Without Violence and Te Ara Taumata Ora programmes are run in accordance with the Domestic Violence Act and are approved by Probation Services.
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Counselling for men by men
The first thing your male counsellor will do is help you clearly identify the issues. Man Alive counsellors are trained and experienced in dealing with men's issues, so they'll understand yours.Next, they'll help you develop a broader range of options to deal with the issues. As your choices increase, you'll feel better about yourself and your life. The challenge is for you to ask for support.
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Family & couple counselling
The goal of family counselling is to achieve personal, and family well-being and to recognize and strengthen the existing supports and resources you have as individuals and as a family.Couple counselling can help you restore connection, belonging and intimacy relationships.
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Youth Services
Man Alive youth
Male youth need male counselors! We work with youth through a range of issues in one-to-one counselling and group programmes in Waitakere City and Manukau East including:Boys Alive;An eight week programme for boys aged 8-12, who may have a lack of positive male role models, behavioural difficulties, or issues around anger, relationships, communication or self-esteem. (currently Waitakere City only)
Growing Men; A twelve week anger management and life skills one-to-one counselling programme, for male youth who are finding it difficult to control anger, aggression or violence.
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Men's change & support groups
Men often find themselves in situations where they are expected to deal with big change in their lives and with little support.This group is an open, easy-going group of ordinary guys who have had crisis and change in the past helping men who are going through hard times now.
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Men in relationships
Men in Relationships is a 12 week course that could change your family and work life.It is a course designed to help you deal with stress and conflict. It will help you come closer to your family.
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Sponsors & Partners
Contact
Main Office
Administration, Assessments, Counselling, Groups11 Edmonton Road, Henderson
Waitakere City
P: 09 835 0509 or 0800 826 367
Auckland
Assessments, Counselling, Groups35 Queens Road, Panmure
P: 0800 826 367
New Lynn
Groups Only45 Totara Ave, New Lynn
P: 0800 826 367
Northland
Administration, Assessments, Counselling, Groups5 Norfolk Street, Whangarei
P: 09 459 7930 or 0800 826 367