Depression Therapy For Men in Guelph, and Virtually in Ontario
Do You Identify With Any of These Symptoms of Depression in Men?
Irritability or a short temper
Increased risk-taking behavior
Overworking or excessive focus on work
Substance misuse or self-medicating
Physical complaints like headaches or stomach issues
Emotional numbness or detachment
Social withdrawal or isolation
Controlling or aggressive behavior
Restlessness or agitation
Difficulty expressing or identifying emotions
Increased cynicism or hopelessness
Sexual difficulties or reduced interest in sex
We get it and we can help!
We help Men in Guelph and throughout Ontario get back in touch with their values, their purpose, and what it means to live a fulfilling life.
Depression Therapy For Men
At Kickstart Men’s Therapy, we understand that depression in men doesn’t always look like sadness. It often shows up as irritability, disconnection, overworking, or even anger. Many men carry the weight of depression silently—pushing through, numbing out, or staying busy to avoid what’s going on beneath the surface.
Our depression therapy services, offered in Guelph and across Ontario, are tailored to the unique ways men experience and cope with low mood, burnout, and emotional distress. Whether you’re feeling flat, disconnected from your relationships, or questioning your purpose, our therapists are here to help you make sense of what you’re feeling and rediscover your sense of self.
““Depression in men doesn’t always look like sadness. It often looks like workaholism, rage, emotional withdrawal, or substance abuse.””
What Causes Depression In Men?
At Kickstart Men’s Therapy, we know that depression in men often has roots that go deeper than chemical imbalances. For many men, depression is reactive—a response to stress, life transitions, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed and unsupported. Unlike clinical or chronic depression, reactive depression (also called situational depression) is typically triggered by external events—but its effects can be just as painful and disruptive.
Common Causes of Depression in Men:
Relationship stress or breakdowns
Marital conflict, separation, divorce, or feeling emotionally disconnected from a partner can lead to feelings of failure, loneliness, and loss of purpose.Work-related pressure or burnout
Job loss, career uncertainty, financial stress, or burnout can deeply impact a man’s sense of identity and self-worth.Life transitions
Major changes—becoming a father, aging, retirement, or caring for aging parents—can trigger feelings of being overwhelmed or emotionally unprepared.Suppressed emotions and social conditioning
Many men grow up being taught to "push through" or "man up," which leads to emotional suppression. Over time, this emotional shut-down can evolve into depression.Loss of meaning or direction
Depression in men often emerges when there is a loss of purpose or identity—common during midlife, career transitions, or after life-altering events.Loneliness and social isolation
Men may have fewer emotionally supportive relationships than women. Isolation or a lack of deep connections can silently contribute to depression.Unresolved childhood experiences or trauma
Early experiences of neglect, emotional invalidation, or abuse can shape how a man handles stress and relationships later in life, often contributing to depression.
Reactive depression can develop when men are faced with multiple stressors but feel like they’re supposed to hold it all together. While the cause might be situational, the impact on motivation, mood, relationships, and self-esteem can be long-lasting without support.
At Kickstart Men’s Therapy, we help men understand the why behind their emotional struggles—and give them the tools to recover, rebuild, and thrive.