Articles by John D. Moore

About John D. Moore

John D. Moore, PhD, is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Guy Counseling. A counselor and educator, he writes about men's mental health, relationships, personal growth, grooming, fitness, and practical life skills.

Is Perfectly Hidden Depression a Book Worth Buying?

John D. Moore

Book Review: Perfectly Hidden Depression Perfectly Hidden Depression, authored by Dr. Margaret Rutherford is a book many people are talking about, but is it worth buying? Can it really help people struggling with depression, anxiety, […]

7 Ways To Dial Down Perfectionism (E29)

John D. Moore

How To Dial Down Perfectionism Hello and welcome to episode 29 of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast. I’m your host, Dr. John Moore. I’m a licensed Mental Health Counselor in Chicago, Illinois and I’ve been involved […]

7 Ways To Stop Obsessive Thinking (E-28)

John D. Moore

Dealing with ruminations Do you struggle with obsessive thoughts? Have you found yourself ruminating over issues or events from the past, or excessively worrying about something that might happen in the future? If the answer […]

How Long Should I Wash My Face?

John D. Moore

Are You Washing It Long Enough? Do you bypass face washing in favor of other skin care steps? If the answer is yes, you aren’t alone. In my experience, guys are most interested in keeping […]

What Jobs Best Match My Personality?

John D. Moore

RIASEC Made Simple Are you looking for the RIASEC test? Trying to understand how your personality best matches a given career or job? If the answer is yes, you’ve come to the right place. As […]

A Basic Guide to Meditation For Beginners

John D. Moore

Meditation: The Basics Explained Are you curious about meditation? Have you heard of the term mindfulness but unsure what that means? Is there a part of you who is open to meditation but need a […]

What You Need To Know About Touch Deprivation

John D. Moore

Touch Deprivation Explored One of the greatest impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic is that people just don’t casually touch one another anymore. You might not think it’s important if you’re married and have a family, […]

How To Create A Personal Energy Shield For Protection

John D. Moore

Create a personal energy shield Are you trying to protect yourself from negative energy? Do you want to repel back the forces of other people’s bad attitude? Hoping to access a tool for emotional protection? […]

How To Solve Your Problem With Meditation

John D. Moore

Problem Solving Meditation Do you want to access a part of you that offers inner guidance? Are you struggling with a problem that requires careful thought and consideration? Hoping to make the right decision? In […]

10 Things That Make Anxiety Worse

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What Not To Do With Anxiety Do you struggle with anxiety? Have you ever wondered if your coping strategies make things worse? Are you hoping to create positive change? If the answer is yes, you […]