Jason Traweek

It can be hard for men to find meaningful connections with other men in our culture. There is a pervasive belief that men have to figure everything out on their own and that asking for help is a sign of weakness or inadequacy. Maybe it even feels difficult to feel safe with other men. That can lead to loneliness, isolation, and despair. I know because I have experienced these things myself. Over the years I’ve learned a lot in my own exploration of connection with men and, ultimately, myself. I’ve learned that one of the bravest and most connecting things a man can do is to get in touch with his vulnerability. The truth is, we can find greater strength in tending to our wounds and our perceived weaknesses, because these are often foundational pillars that our egos stand on. Without looking at our hurt places, we will forever be on a compromised foundation in mind and spirit. That makes connecting with others in an authentic and meaningful way difficult.

For these reasons, I appreciate and enjoy helping men in their work. I’ve discovered that men feel safe with me in turning towards those vulnerable places. If you need help, let me know, brother — I’m here for you.

Along with my passion for working with men, I believe that working with young men is some of the most important work I can do. I have raised two wonderful children to adulthood and I know that adolescence is a critical, pivotal time in our development. This is when we begin the process of differentiation from our parents and start to figure out who we are as individuals in the world. Because of this, having a safe relationship with an adult that we like, respect, and that we feel like we can talk to, can be a powerful experience for our growth in a positive direction. I enjoy helping young men connect to their feelings, their bodies, and ultimately their sense of truth and secure autonomy in their ever-changing world. This, I believe, is the bedrock foundation of becoming a confident and compassionate man in the world.