Millennium Counseling Center
Millennium Counseling Center
Creating Safe Spaces for Men: Vulnerability, Recovery, and Growth with Thomas Kalapurakal
Creating Safe Spaces for Men: Vulnerability, Recovery, and Growth with Thomas Kalapurakal
Creating Safe Spaces for Men: Vulnerability, Recovery, and Growth with Thomas Kalapurakal
Wednesday 17th September 2025
Explore how creating safe spaces aids men's recovery from addiction with insights from Thomas Kalapurakal and Oren Matteson.
10 minutes
Inspiring
Compassionate
Informative
Honest
Supportive
About this podcast
Author:
Millennium Counseling Center
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Body & Mind
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Creating nonjudgmental spaces is crucial for men's recovery.
- Empathy and self-understanding are more effective than quick fixes.
- Understanding the roots of addiction aids healing.
- Male vulnerability is often stigmatised but essential for progress.
- Supportive environments foster authentic client-therapist connections.
"It's all about creating that space where people can feel very safe to talk about what they're going through."
What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? In this heartfelt episode, Oren Matteson chats with therapist Thomas Kalapurakal about the unique hurdles men face in their journey towards vulnerability and recovery. Thomas shares his experiences working with student-athletes and how it paved the way for his current focus on helping men dealing with sexual compulsivity and addiction. Together, they discuss the significance of creating safe, nonjudgmental spaces where men can openly share their struggles without fear of judgment.
Thomas highlights the importance of empathy, self-understanding, and connection over quick fixes. He candidly discusses the initial nerves he felt when transitioning to this new specialty and how creating a supportive environment has been eye-opening. Oren relates to Thomas's journey, sharing his own experiences of learning to connect deeply with clients. The episode emphasises the importance of understanding the roots of addiction and how empathy can aid in healing.
By fostering a space where men can be honest about their challenges, Thomas and Oren are helping to dismantle the stigma around male vulnerability. This conversation is a testament to the power of support and understanding in the recovery process. So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol or addiction? Dive into this episode to find out.