Deep listening circles aimed at providing a space for men to develop intimacy and greater relational awareness.

Experiential Men's Groups

It's not an understatement to suggest that the last 20 years has seen a huge change in awareness of the role of Men in society.

Men are often being called to extend and deepen the way they are in the world, and explore ways to embody what might be called a more healthy masculinity. These groups have been created to provide a safe and supportive container for this exploration.

Please note the 2026 Experiential Men's Group is finished and Men's groups will return in 2027.

What are they and when are they held?

Series of groups are held throughout the year around specific topics such as The Mature Masculine Archetypes, The Hero's Journey, The Family System, Work and more. They are experiential sessions that may include meditation, music, movies, ritual and deep listening, that are aimed at providing an opportunity for like minded men to meet and share life experience in a non-judgemental forum.

Each session follows the following format.

Introduction of the topic
Reflective process exploring the topic - through music, movie or meditation
Some small group sharing
Larger group discussion of each participants life experience
Then a more general discussion on the topic before the close.

Participants are encouraged to share from their personal experience and to try and avoid theory and philosophy as a way of engaging in the topic. When we are able to stay as close to our experience as possible it opens up the possibility of creating more intimate relationships around us.

It is important to note that these sessions are also not therapy groups. The circle's are held in a deeply democratic fashion with the belief that each participant has an important contribution to make in the group. Each contribution is respected and listened to in a way that ensures the group remains open to a diverse range of experiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Men's Groups?

These are ongoing experiential groups for men, structured around themes such as the Mature Masculine Archetypes, the Hero's Journey, family systems, and relational intimacy. Sessions use music, meditation, ritual, and deep listening to create a space for men to share personal experience and develop greater self-awareness and connection.

Is this group therapy?

No. These are not therapy groups. The circles are held in a deeply democratic way — every participant has an equal voice, and no one is in the role of patient or analysand. The facilitator holds the container and the theme, but the wisdom comes from the group.

Who are these groups for?

Men who are curious about their inner world, want to develop more authentic relationships, or are navigating a significant life transition. You don't need to have done therapy or inner work before — openness and a willingness to share from personal experience are the only requirements.

How are the groups structured?

Each session follows a consistent format: introduction of a theme, a reflective process (through music, film, or meditation), small group sharing, larger group discussion, and a close. Participants are encouraged to speak from lived experience rather than theory.

How often do the groups meet and how do I join?

Groups run in semester-based cohorts throughout the year. Bookings open at the start of each semester. Check the current availability on the workshops and events page.

Is what's shared in the group confidential?

Yes. Confidentiality is a foundational agreement of the group — what's shared in the circle stays in the circle.

About Anthony Olsen

My work is informed by Gestalt, Process Oriented, and Transpersonal psychotherapy, with roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is awareness-based and attends to breath, body, and relational experience as central elements of the therapeutic process. This work supports psycho-spiritual integration, meaningful relationships, and a deeper sense of connection to self and others.

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