Men Too

Men Too Supporting men's mental health across Birkenhead, Wirral and Merseyside since 2016. A calendar of events is done every 6 weeks after consultation with the men.

Men Too offers free counselling, peer support groups, wellbeing programmes, social activities, volunteering opportunities and cost of living support. Men Too provides a safe, warm, confidential, inspirational and supportive environment for men to access a number of services that are aimed to enhance their mental and emotional wellbeing. Our Pathways 2M Empowerment programme gives individuals the o

pportunity to build on their confidence and self-esteem through talking, exploring feelings, listening, play therapy, art therapy, meditation and visualisation. The programmes has been described as “ Life changing” by many individuals who have completed the 8 week programme. Our weekly Mind Maintenance sessions are run 50 weeks out of the year offering men the opportunity to continue to enhance their wellbeing. These sessions are very service user influenced as we believe that this is an important part of helping people address issues that may be impacting on their wellbeing. Some of sessions include Yoga, Reiki, a walk along New Brighton, sound healing, addressing stress, deservability and much more. The men have described the sessions as “ My wellbeing day.” “ A haven of tranquillity.” “An opportunity to press my reset button”
We also offer 1 to 1 counselling sessions which gives an individual the opportunity to identify, explore and address issues or difficulties they may be experiencing in a safe, warm, supportive and confidential environment with one of our counsellors. All our services are delivered by highly trained, dedicated and passionate staff, some of who have over 20 years experience as qualified counsellors working with diverse and complex issues.

Su***de Prevention Month is recognised in September. It is a crucial time to raise awareness about su***de rates and tak...
02/09/2026

Su***de Prevention Month is recognised in September. It is a crucial time to raise awareness about su***de rates and take action to prevent it. It reminds us that we all have a role in supporting those struggling with mental health.

Su***de Prevention Month teaches us to recognise warning signs, take action, and seek professional help when necessary. It emphasises the importance of breaking down barriers and showing compassion.

Staying Safe is important and Men Too offer help and support Men with listening sessions, one to one counselling support, safeguarding, group support, training, cost of living, signposting and helping people create safety plans when having suicidal thoughts.

Please like, follow and share our page for upcoming events and group sessions. If you wish to get more information or to access our services visit www.mentoomerseyside.org and fill in a referral form.

***deprevention ***deawarness ***de ***deawareness ***depreventionmonth ***depreventionawareness

Yesterday’s Mind Maintenance group was all about creativity, self-reflection and exploring how writing can support our m...
02/09/2026

Yesterday’s Mind Maintenance group was all about creativity, self-reflection and exploring how writing can support our mental health. ✍️💙

After our usual check-in, we started with something a little different. With therapeutic background music playing, we created our own group visualisation, with each person adding a sentence and taking it somewhere new. The activity helped us practise grounding and warm up our creativity, but it also brought plenty of laughter! 😂

We then did the same again by creating a story together, with everyone contributing a sentence and using their imagination. We then moved on to our therapeutic writing activities, writing letters to our past and future selves. ✉️ Writing to our past selves allowed us to reflect on experiences, challenges, how far we have come and what we might tell the person we were back then. Our future letters gave us the chance to think about where we would like to be, our hopes and what encouragement we might give ourselves moving forward. Afterwards, everyone had the opportunity to reflect on how the exercises made them feel and, if they felt comfortable, share some of what they had written. This brought out some powerful emotions, honest conversations and brilliant feedback.

We finished the session by talking about creativity and everyone’s different backgrounds, interests and talents. It was amazing to hear so many of the men talk about their poetry, artwork, music and other creative talents, with some even sharing their work with the group. 🎨🎵

We also explored how creativity has helped people through difficult periods, providing an outlet for emotions, a way to focus the mind and a tool for supporting mental health. A brilliant session filled with laughter, reflection, emotion and some incredible talent. 💙

Yesterday marked World Letter Writing Day ✍️💙A day that celebrates something we probably don’t do as often anymore – tak...
02/09/2026

Yesterday marked World Letter Writing Day ✍️💙

A day that celebrates something we probably don’t do as often anymore – taking the time to sit down, put pen to paper and write.

While traditionally letter writing is about communicating with someone else, it can also be a really useful tool for looking after our own mental health and wellbeing.

Therapeutic writing gives us an opportunity to slow down and explore thoughts and feelings that we might find difficult to understand or express out loud. There doesn’t have to be a right or wrong way to do it, and what you write doesn’t need to be shared with anyone.

One exercise you can try is writing a letter to your past self. What would you tell yourself knowing what you know now? What difficult moments have you overcome? What advice, reassurance or understanding would you give the person you were back then?

You could also write a letter to your future self. Think about where you would like to be, what you hope to achieve, what you want to remember from this stage of your life and what encouragement you might need to hear in the future.

Writing can help us organise our thoughts, recognise patterns, express emotions and look at our experiences from a different perspective. Sometimes simply getting what is going on in our head down onto paper can help us make a little more sense of it.

At Men Too Merseyside, we use creative and therapeutic activities within our programmes, training and group work to explore different ways of supporting mental health, building confidence and encouraging self-reflection.

So, even though World Letter Writing Day has passed for another year, why not give it a try? Pick up a pen, take a few minutes and see where your thoughts take you. ✍️

Another positive session with our Grandparents Group last Thursday 💙After our usual check-in, we started the session wit...
02/09/2026

Another positive session with our Grandparents Group last Thursday 💙

After our usual check-in, we started the session with a guided visualisation exercise, giving everyone a chance to settle, slow things down and focus on the present moment.

We then spent time exploring different tools and techniques that can help us look after our mental health and better understand how our thoughts, feelings and behaviours can affect one another.

As part of the session, we looked at some simple CBT-based exercises and discussed emotional dysregulation, including how different situations and experiences can sometimes make our emotions feel more difficult to manage. We explored some of the factors that can affect our wellbeing, including stress, anxiety, negative thinking, low self-esteem and feelings of rejection.

The group had the opportunity to reflect on their own experiences, recognise possible triggers and think about practical techniques they can use when difficult thoughts or emotions begin to build.

Sessions like this are also a reminder that looking after our mental health doesn’t always mean making huge changes. Sometimes it can start with recognising what we are feeling, understanding where it may be coming from and finding healthier ways to respond.

Everyone got involved in the discussions and exercises, sharing thoughts, experiences and ideas in a supportive environment. The group left feeling more informed, positive and equipped with some new tools to try in everyday life. 💙

Mind Maintenance in September: Our Men Too groups are available to all men aged 18 and over.All members of staff are DBS...
26/08/2026

Mind Maintenance in September: Our Men Too groups are available to all men aged 18 and over.

All members of staff are DBS checked and fully trained in safeguarding, su***de prevention, first aid, domestic violence awareness, conflict management, food hygiene, and health and fitness. Our team are fully qualified in counselling and bring years of experience to the groups.

Our men’s groups provide a safe, ethical, and confidential space, with clear ground rules in place to keep everyone safe. We welcome everyone with free morning refreshments and breakfast.

Each session begins with a grounding or breathing exercise to help everyone relax and sit with their feelings. Group members are then invited to check in and share how they are feeling, any challenges they may be facing, or positive steps they are taking.

A trained member of staff facilitates the check-in and reminds everyone of the main ground rules before starting, including:

Phones away and on silent

Respect for others

Mindfulness in how we speak and what we say

Confidentiality

Only speaking about our own experiences

No negative self-talk

No interrupting, giving advice, or offering solutions while someone else is speaking

Allowing the facilitator to lead the session while going around the check-in

After the check-in, each session includes supportive activities such as art therapy, personal development and self-awareness work, DIY projects, days out, mindfulness, fun and games, mental health exercises, or open discussions around inspiring and meaningful topics.

We stop for lunch with free snacks, and drinks to help with the cost of living. This also provides time to sit together, socialise as a group, welcome new members, and continue to respect one another in a supportive environment.

Each session ends with a check-out, giving everyone the opportunity to reflect on how they are leaving. We also offer the chance to speak privately with a member of staff at the end of the session or to book into any of our other services, including counselling, listening support, cost of living support, or signposting to other organisations or charities if additional support is needed.

A fantastic turnout for our Mind Maintenance group on Tuesday as we held our monthly extended check-in session.Every gro...
26/08/2026

A fantastic turnout for our Mind Maintenance group on Tuesday as we held our monthly extended check-in session.

Every group begins with a guided visualisation to help everyone relax and focus, followed by a check-in and check-out where members can share how they're feeling. Anyone who would benefit from additional support also has the opportunity to book a one-to-one listening session at the end.

Our monthly extended check-in gives members more time to reflect on the past month using four simple but powerful questions:

• How am I feeling?
• Have I faced any challenges?
• What positive things have happened to me?
• What do I need to do to continue progressing or make positive changes?

The session was filled with honesty, self-awareness and mutual encouragement. It was inspiring to see the men openly sharing their thoughts, feelings and experiences while supporting one another in a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental environment.

After lunch, we welcomed Ian from The Man Hug Podcast, who came along to speak with the group about men’s mental health and some of the important topics they cover through the podcast.

Ian has a nursing background and many years of experience working within the NHS, so it was really interesting to hear about his own journey and the experiences that led him and his team to start the podcast. It was an inspiring and open conversation, giving the group the opportunity to discuss men’s mental health, the importance of speaking out, and the different ways we can support one another.

A massive thank you to Ian for giving up his time to visit us, share his experiences and get involved with the group.

Please like, follow and share our page to keep up to date with upcoming events and group sessions.

If you would like more information or would like to access our free support services, please visit www.mentoomerseyside.org and complete a referral form.

We listen. We care. We welcome.

A lovely photo from the Vale Park Bandstand 100th Anniversary Celebration, where Men Too was honoured to be invited alon...
24/08/2026

A lovely photo from the Vale Park Bandstand 100th Anniversary Celebration, where Men Too was honoured to be invited along and join so many local charities, voluntary organisations and members of the community for such a special occasion. 🎉🌳

It was great to catch up once again with the Mayor of Wirral, Councillor Mary Jordan, who has shown some wonderful support for Men Too and recently joined us for the unveiling of our Neuro Bots Village at Vale Park. 🤖💙

We also had the pleasure of meeting the brilliant Mayor Bear! 🐻💙 Another very important guest who certainly seemed to enjoy being part of the celebrations – and we couldn't miss the opportunity for a photo!

It was a fantastic day for networking, sharing information about the work we do at Men Too and speaking with people about the different support and services we provide for men across Wirral.

24/08/2026

☀️🧺 GRANDPARENTS GROUP FAMILY FUN DAY! 💙

What an absolutely fantastic day our Grandparents Group had at the Hamilton Square Community Picnic! Hosted by Make it happen for pride in place.

Instead of our usual group session, we invited our members to bring along their families and grandchildren and enjoy a day together in the sunshine. Men Too provided the picnic for the group, and it was brilliant to see such a great turnout! 🥪🍓🧃

Over 500 families and local people attended the wider event, creating a brilliant atmosphere across Hamilton Square.

There was loads for the children and families to enjoy, including free face painting, mascots, inflatables, children's entertainment, crafts, music and boxing activities. 🎨🎶🥊🏰

There were also creative activities around Hamilton Square and days like these help bring people together, reducing isolation, building friendships and creating opportunities to make memories with the people who matter most. 💙

The atmosphere throughout the day was brilliant, with families sharing food, children playing and neighbours looking out for one another.

A massive thank you to Make It Happen and Pride in Place for organising such a fantastic event and inviting everyone to come together in the heart of Birkenhead.

And a special thank you to all of our Grandparents Group members and their families who joined us.💙

Great weather, great company, lots of laughs and plenty of happy grandchildren – a lovely way to spend the day! ☀️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

🚶‍♂️💙 WALK, TALK & CONNECT WITH MEN TOO 💙🚶‍♂️Sometimes a good conversation feels a little easier when you're walking sid...
24/08/2026

🚶‍♂️💙 WALK, TALK & CONNECT WITH MEN TOO 💙🚶‍♂️

Sometimes a good conversation feels a little easier when you're walking side by side rather than sitting face to face.

Our Walk & Talk sessions give our members the opportunity to get outside, enjoy some fresh air, get moving and spend time together in a relaxed and informal environment. 🌳☀️

💙 Our walks can help with:

🚶 Getting out of the house and becoming more active
🗣️ Having relaxed conversations without pressure
🤝 Meeting other people and reducing isolation
🌿 Spending time outdoors and getting some fresh air
🧠 Supporting mental health and wellbeing
☕ Building friendships and connections
😂 And most importantly… having a laugh along the way!

We know that walking through the door and asking for support isn't always easy. That's why we try to provide different ways for men to connect. Sometimes it can start with something as simple as going for a walk with someone who is willing to listen.

Our Walk & Talk sessions are about connection, conversation and looking after both your physical and mental wellbeing – at your own pace.

One walk. One conversation. One step at a time. 💙

We listen. We care. We welcome.

🧹🧽 SUMMER DEEP CLEAN AT MEN TOO! 💙While our usual groups and activities have been taking a little summer break, we decid...
24/08/2026

🧹🧽 SUMMER DEEP CLEAN AT MEN TOO! 💙

While our usual groups and activities have been taking a little summer break, we decided it was the perfect opportunity to roll up our sleeves and give Men Too a proper summer deep clean! ☀️✨

We were very grateful to have some of our group members volunteer their time to come in and give us a helping hand. It was brilliant to see everyone getting stuck in – and we can't thank them enough for giving up their time to help us look after the place that we all share. 💙

And when we say deep clean… we mean DEEP clean!

🪟 Windows cleaned inside and out
🧹 Floors swept and mopped
✨ Carpets given a proper clean
🪑 Chairs, tables and furniture cleaned down
🧽 Kitchen thoroughly cleaned
🚽 Toilets and facilities scrubbed
🗄️ Cupboards and storage areas sorted
🧼 Surfaces, doors and skirting boards cleaned
🗑️ Unwanted items cleared out
📦 Equipment reorganised and tidied
🌿 Outside areas given some attention
✨ And plenty of those little jobs we've been saying “we'll get around to that!” finally ticked off the list!

Of course, it wouldn't be Men Too without plenty of laughs along the way. We had a great playlist blasting out, lots of questionable singing 😂🎶 and somehow managed to turn a day of cleaning into a really enjoyable one!

There's something quite satisfying about everyone working together and seeing the difference at the end of the day. Our centre is used by so many people throughout the year, so it was great to give it a bit of TLC ready for everyone coming back after the summer break.

A massive thank you to all of our members who came in and helped. Your time, effort and support really are appreciated. 🙌💙

Now everything is looking fresh, clean.

Address

32 Argyle Street
Birkenhead
CH416AE

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm

Website

, ,

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Men Too posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organisation

Send a message to Men Too:

Shortcuts

Share

Category