About Guy Stuff Counseling

Men don't like counseling – we get it.
That's why we do it differently.

“I don’t need someone to psychoanalyze me.”
“There's no way some counselor is going to tell me everything I do is wrong.”
“You just want him to tell me why I’m the problem.”
“I can figure things out on my own.”

Sound familiar?

These are common reasons people – mostly men – give when they push back against counseling. They’re also a big part about Guy Stuff Counseling and why it was created.

Why Do Men Refuse Counseling?

Mention “counseling” to most men and they'll roll their eyes and say it's a,

Waste of time

Not worth the money

"Know-it-all“ counselor telling you what to do

All are justifications (excuses really) that men who need counseling, but won’t go, often use.

What does this mean?

It means guys need to feel respected, not judged or shamed. And they need to see the benefits and results right away if counseling is going to work for them.

I know, because that’s the way I felt when I needed counseling.

I’m Dr. Kurt Smith. Driven by the realization that traditional counseling doesn’t appeal to or work for most men, I created Guy Stuff Counseling in 2007.

After working with men in both individual and couples counseling for 5 years, I realized that to successfully work with men, and help the women who love them, counseling needed to be done differently.

The Solution?

I developed a unique, meet-you-where-you-are-at, 'guy-friendly' approach that focuses on problem solving and plain talk rather than endless discussions about feelings.

Let’s face it, men respond better when conversation is direct, goal oriented, and not full of touchy-feely emotional jargon.Our to the point approach has helped countless men and women,

Resolve conflict

Manage anger

Improve communication

Get unstuck

Generally speaking – navigate life’s challenges.

And our results speak for themselves.

Whether you’re in Northern California and can meet in-person, or across the country or international and need to meet by video or phone, the Guy Stuff approach to counseling can help you too.

About Dr. Kurt

Dr. Kurt Smith is a licensed counselor with more than 22 years experience helping men and women find the solutions they need. You can read more about him and his story here.

Why Choose Guy Stuff Counseling?

Guy Stuff Counseling is designed specifically for men, but works for the women who love them too.

We know men –

Have a hard time talking about their feelings, or even finding the words to express them.

Don't want to feel attacked or blamed.

Struggle with asking for help – no matter how much they need it.

Will close up and shut down quickly if the wrong approach is used.

So our counseling is,

Action-oriented

Solution-focused

No nonsense

And gets results.

We also understand the unique challenges both men and women face in relationships today.

Guy Stuff Counseling has decades of experience helping people navigate life's challenges with expert support and practical solutions. Our understanding approach empowers men and women to –

Overcome obstacles

Improve relationships

Achieve personal growth

We're committed to providing the guidance and tools you need to create lasting change.

Testimonials

"Thank you so much for your help throughout the past year. Your sessions have been instrumental in improving our communication, parenting skills, and overall relationship. We appreciate all you have done and thank you for the tools provided."

- Victoria, California, USA

How We Provide Counseling

We offer in-person counseling in our Roseville, California office, as well as video and phone sessions for those further away or located nationally and internationally.

Our flexible and convenient meeting options make it easy to get the help you need no matter where you are.

For those who want a more self-directed approach and need immediate help, we offer online alternatives to traditional therapy.

Our Resources section offers an online library of over 350 articles to help you understand your problem better. Short quizzes are available to assess the seriousness of your situation. And our Counseling On-Demand section offers low-cost, downloadable instruction manuals, as well as group meetings, as a new way forward for men and women who are struggling.

Beyond Traditional Counseling

Affordable

A cost-effective alternative to the expense traditional counseling.

Easy

A simple and accessible place for men and women to start their counseling journey.

Judgement-Free

Blame-free insight, advice, and tools from an experienced professional.

Fits Your Schedule

On-Demand resources that let people go at their own pace.

Since 2007, Guy Stuff Counseling has helped thousands and thousands of men and women save their marriages, deal with their anger, survive a divorce, recover from an affair or an addiction, improve their relationships and learn how to have the lives they really want.

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1-on-1 or as a Couple

Video, Phone, In-person

45 or 90 minutes

Abusive Relationship

Addictions

Anger Management

Cheating Spouse

How We Can Help

At Guy Stuff Counseling, we understand that navigating life can be tough.

Whether it’s relationship, mental health, or personal growth struggles, our expert counseling services provide the support you need to overcome obstacles and create lasting change. We offer convenient on-demand instruction manuals, group meetings, and one-on-one counseling and coaching all designed to fit into busy lives. With compassionate, practical guidance, we help men and the women who love them break through barriers and become their best selves.

ON-DEMAND

Practical, expert-led resources available anytime, anywhere, empowering men and women with the tools and insights they need to grow and improve at their own pace.

GROUP

Encourage growth and connection with supportive group coaching designed to help people learn from shared experiences and discover new ways to navigate life’s challenges.

1-ON-1

Personalized support for men, women, and couples, offering a safe and confidential space to work on relationship problems and personal challenges with expert guidance.

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