Men Get Sad Too: Rethinking Strength and Mental Health

You’ve probably heard the messages your whole life: Be strong. Don’t cry. Handle it. For many men—and anyone raised with expectations of masculinity—these beliefs become barriers to emotional expression and mental health care. During Movember and Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re here to say: you’re allowed to feel. And getting support isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom.

Identity & InclusionEmelie DouglasNovember 24, 2025men's mental health, Movember, masculinity and mental health, therapy Portland Oregon, LGBTQ therapist Oregon, trauma-informed therapy, mental health support, inclusive therapy, identity-affirming therapy, OHP therapy