We are usually busy seeing clients during the day so if you have any questions email us at connect@thecourageousman.com.au

No, it’s not an official RLT group nor is it endorsed by the RLT Institute. It is informed and inspired by the RLT model and the men’s coaching program created by Terry Real. Helen holds certification as an RLT Couple’s Therapist and Facilitator.

We acknowledge and pay our respects the RLT Institute and Terry Real for this.

This is a therapeutic men’s group consisting of eight in-person sessions, each of two hours in duration. The group is facilitated by registered Australian Counselling Association (ACA) members and is conducted in accordance with ACA guidelines, relevant ethical frameworks, and applicable Australian and New South Wales legislation.

In joining a group, you are agreeing to the following Terms & Conditions which will also be presented on your ticket/receipt.

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This is very intentional on our part; we believe it makes our group different from men’s groups. We are committed to showing up as two whole and equal human beings relating respectfully. This is one the core values of The Courageous Man.

We are pro-man, pro-woman, pro-fathers & mothers, pro-respect, and pro-equality.

By ‘walking our talk’ in the group, we hope to offer you an example of how two whole individuals relate in a respectful way. What we intend to model applies to all kinds of relationships – intimate, parent-child relationship, co-parenting, and professional relationships – as is the case for Jon and Helen.

Having two facilitators also means you get an added bonus of two different people’s perspectives and expertise.

Jon and Helen are two highly experienced and qualified men’s group facilitators. We both also have extensive personal experience being members of groups as part of our healing and growth journeys. 

Helen brings over seven years of experience as a Men’s Behaviour Change group facilitator. She has completed a ‘Graduate Certificate in Men’s Behaviour Change – Individual and Group-work Interventions through NSW Health. She is also a trained and experienced group facilitator of the Caring Dad’s group program developed in Canada. She has also trained in the Gestalt psychotherapeutic approach to groups, emphasising working in the ‘here and now’. In addition, Helen has completed training in “Yalom Group Psychotherapy: Leadership and Facilitation skills”.

Jon has been facilitating groups for the past six years that include Men’s Behaviour Change, Engage, and psychoeducational programs, and has received extensive training in motivational interviewing, behavioural change strategies, and groupwork-specific techniques. The various programs that Jon has delivered include a broad range of topics, such as: Addiction and Recovery and Other Dependencies, Family Systems, Emotions, Anger, Conflict Resolution, Resentments, Stress Management, Managing Sadness, Depression and Loneliness, Self Esteem, Relationships, Shame and Guilt, and Self-Awareness.

No, it’s not an official RLT group nor is it endorsed by the RLT Institute. It is informed and inspired by the RLT model and the men’s coaching program created by Terry Real. Helen holds certification as an RLT Couple’s Therapist and RLT Bootcamp Facilitator.

We acknowledge the RLT Institute and Terry Real for their content we will share with you.

No, not usually, however if you really want to join a group, and the cost is stopping you from doing so, please reach out and connect@thecouraegousman.com.au

No, we do not offer any rebates, and we do not bulk bill.

No. What men share is personal and private so will not record the zoom group sessions.

Confidentiality is vital to ensure the group is safe and you can share whatever you want. All group members must commit to never discussing what another group member has said. You can talk about your personal experience being in the group to friends & partners but never talk about what another man has shared. We discuss this in more detail when the group first meets.

As professionals, we offer complete confidentiality except in the following instances:

• If we believe you are at serious risk of harming yourself or others. We would only do this in imminent circumstances, and we will try and discuss it with you first.
• Like all mental health professionals, we are mandatory reporters under NSW child protection law, which means that in a case where a child is at risk, we must report to the relevant authorities.
• We may sometimes discuss client work with a clinical supervisor. The same code of ethics and confidentiality binds our supervisors.
• Absolute confidentiality cannot be guaranteed in a group context, and participants acknowledge shared responsibility for maintaining confidentiality.

We do not keep case notes from the group.

Full payment is required upfront.

We offer a 100% money-back guarantee if, for whatever reason you’re not completely satisfied within 48 hours of your first group and we’ll issue you a full refund, no questions asked.

After this 48-hour period, expect that no refunds will be offered.

If you miss a group – you still pay.

As facilitators, we will never force you to share anything. We also understand it may take being in the group a while before you feel comfortable sharing – this is normal.

That being said, the more you have the courage to share in the group, the more you’ll
get out of it. There will be small break-out groups which you may feel more comfortable sharing, especially in the first few weeks.

We will support you along the way.

Yes. At The Courageous Man we welcome people of all genders and sexual orientations into our groups.

Self-awareness and relational skills are self-awareness & relational skills regardless of gender & sexual orientations.

Yes — relational skills are relational skills. This group is for men who want to grow, heal, and build better, healthier relationships in every area of life whether that’s with yourself, your friends, family, or coworkers.

If you’re single, dating, and looking to enjoy more fulfilling and connected relationships, these skills will 100% be beneficial.

The two in-person groups will meet at The Courageous Man Space overlooking Terrigal Beach: Suite 1, 58 Terrigal Esplanade, Terrigal Beach

Terrigal Beach is about an hours’ drive from northern suburbs of Sydney, and 90 minutes from the Sydney CBD. It is just over an hour’s drive from Newcastle.

It’s important you commit to showing up each week. This is not a passive program – the transformation comes through doing the exercises, reflecting on the between-session activities and being part of the group process in real-time.

That being said, we know life can happen. If you miss a session, we ask you to let us and the group know.