Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold-dusted lacquer, teaches us to embrace imperfections and view breaks and repairs as a valuable part of one’s history.
On Monday, January 26 at 5pm PT / 8pm ET, we are partnering with our friends at Saprea for “Stronger Together,” a virtual Kintsugi workshop for survivors of sexual harm. Participants will learn to use the Japanese art of Kintsugi as a form of healing from trauma by turning once-broken pieces into something new, resilient, and even more beautiful than the original. Survivors of all genders are welcome.
Materials cost about $3-$7 and registration is free with a suggested $35 donation. Mark your calendar and register here!
Peer Support Groups Update
We recently concluded three online Peer Support Groups, facilitated by six dedicated Peer Leaders who fostered connection, trust, and mutual understanding. Together, they helped create safe, supportive spaces for survivors and their partners to show up honestly and support one another.
With deep gratitude, we thank our Peer Leaders:
Alumni Support Group: Andrew and Harald
Community Support Group: Jeff and Scott
Partner Peer Support Group: Emily and Malia
We’re excited to continue offering Alumni, Community, and Partner Peer Support Groups, and to introduce a new Peer Support Group for Fathers. Stay tuned for what the Peer Support Groups Program has in store for 2026.
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At the age of 60, Mike Davis (he/him) started to remember his childhood sexual abuse and began active recovery. In 2021, he was one of 12 male survivors who participated in our national webinar with the Men’s Story Project. “Now I Remember”, the video featured here, offers an honest and brave window into his life, and we’re honored Mike is part of the leadership team for our Peer Support Groups. His journey exemplifies the power of joining a community that promotes hope and courage.
The holidays can bring up more than they resolve, especially for survivors. If this season feels heavy, here’s a thoughtful resource that may help.
Read: A Therapist’s Top Holiday Movies for Managing Stress
This short article looks at classic holiday films through a therapeutic lens, highlighting how certain stories can help us slow down, set boundaries, make space for mixed emotions, or reconnect with parts of ourselves that often go quiet this time of year. It’s comforting, practical, and accessible for anyone looking for a gentler way to move through the season
For additional grounding and somatic support, explore this Skills for Healing YouTube playlist from MenHealing.
Male Trauma Institute (MTI) was founded in 2022 by male trauma experts Dr. Debra Warner and Dr. Crystal Flores after recognizing a need for mental health services catered to male trauma. Through direct telehealth services, MTI provides individual and couples psychotherapy, plus psychological assessments and evaluations.
Debra Warner (Forensic Psychologist and MTI Founder) is a longtime pillar of MenHealing’s community. She’s served as a Board Member since 2019 and host of our Just Healing podcast since 2023. Last year, Debra and her family joined us for our annual Best Friends Service Trip. We are deeply grateful to have her expertise and wisdom on our team!
In October, we hosted our 104th Weekend of Recovery in Menucha, Oregon. To honor this milestone, we’re trying to reach a goal of 104 members of our Monthly Giving Circle by the end of December. 59 monthly givers already have us more than halfway there! Please join our Monthly Giving Circle and help us continue to provide healing programs for male survivors of sexual harm and their loved ones. Even $5/month makes a huge difference!
Following this week’s episode, MenHealing’s podcast Just Healing will be taking a brief hiatus. The show will return in 2026 with all new biweekly episodes, hosted by Dr. Debra and Michael Munson.
We welcome Evan Basting to the MenHealing staff! He assumes responsibilities for the Program Evaluation Project. This research allows us to measure our impact with male survivors and their loved ones, in order to improve future programs. Evan is a clinical psychology doctoral candidate at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, whose work focuses on the impact of trauma, substance use, and intimate partner violence (IPV). He is particularly interested in developing trauma-focused interventions that more effectively support people with marginalized identities. Welcome Evan!
P.S. – It’s not too late to join our movement to provide community and healing for EVERY survivor of sexual trauma.
If you are not already a monthly recurring donor, we invite you to consider joining our Monthly Giving Circle. Becoming a monthly recurring donor at any amount is a simple way YOU can help MenHealing as we continue to reach more men who have experienced sexual harm and their loved ones. Each donation – no matter the amount – contributes to the RIPPLE EFFECT for INSPIRING HOPE / CHANGING LIVES.