Men's Mental Health: Why Men Struggle to Say I'm Not Okay with Marc Azoulay

Why do men struggle to say "I'm not okay"? In this episode of RECOVERable, host Terry McGuire sits down with psychotherapist Mark Azoulay, LAC, LPC, CGP, founder of Men's Therapy Online, to unpack the unique challenges facing men's mental health today.  Find mental health and addiction treatment near you: https://recovery.com/   From covert anger and workaholism to silent isolation and low testosterone, male depression often looks drastically different than traditional warning signs. Mark breaks down how traditional talk therapy can fail men, why action-oriented and experiential group therapy builds real emotional resilience, and how side-by-side connections help break down isolation. Whether you are a man looking to build sustainable mental strength, a parent raising adolescent boys, or a partner wanting to offer grounded support without enabling, this conversation provides direct, practical strategies to navigate male burnout, stress, and emotional literacy.  Subscribe to the channel for more actionable mental health conversations!  Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 01:00 – Why focus on men's mental health separately? 02:00 – Myth or Fact: Men's mental health lightning round 11:55 – Why is it so hard for men to say "I'm not okay"? 22:25 – How do loneliness and social isolation impact men? 35:45 – How can loved ones encourage a man to seek therapy? 41:15 – When does self-reliance start hurting someone? 42:30 – What can parents do to raise emotionally resilient boys? 54:45 – Is it normal work stress or high-functioning anxiety? 56:30 – How can partners support a struggling man without pushing him away? Questions the Video Answers: Why is it so hard for men to admit they are struggling with mental health?  What are the silent or covert signs of depression in men?  Can low testosterone cause clinical depression symptoms in men?  Why does traditional talk therapy sometimes fail male clients?  How does overworking or intense gym routines act as emotional avoidance?  Can men experience postpartum depression or grief after having a child?  What is the difference between male loneliness and social isolation?  How does peer group therapy help men build emotional resilience?  Why are young men going online more vulnerable to radicalization and cynicism?  How can a partner encourage a man to go to therapy without getting defensive?  When does male self-reliance stop being a strength and become toxic?  How can fathers model healthy emotional range and control for their sons?  What parenting strategies help teenage boys build confidence and identity?  How do you tell the difference between normal work stress and high-functioning anxiety?  What message gives a young man in his 20s hope when he feels like giving up?  #MensMentalHealth #MaleDepression #TherapyForMen