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.

Can Physical Activity and Exercise Help My Depression?

John D. Moore

Physical Activity and Depression As a men’s therapist here in Chicago, I often sit across from men who are juggling a lot—work stress, relationship challenges, family responsibilities, financial pressure, and personal doubts they rarely talk […]

What Is Blue Collar Guilt?

John D. Moore

Blue Collar Guilt: A Closer Look “I work with my hands. I make a good living. But when I’m around college grads or professionals, I still feel like I don’t measure up.” If that sounds […]

7 Ways Grief Counseling Helps Men with Loss

John D. Moore

Grief Counseling and Men Why It’s Okay to Talk About It – Especially with a Therapist Who Gets It Grief doesn’t come with a rulebook. There’s no right way to mourn the death of a […]

What To Do About Work Burnout?

John D. Moore

Work Burnout: A Closer Look Let’s talk about something that most men experience but few of us talk about: work burnout. You might not call it that, exactly. Maybe you just feel wiped out, short-tempered, […]

7 Ways Young Men Routinely Keep Themselves Broke

John D. Moore

Do You Keep Yourself Broke? As a therapist who works with men, I see a lot of smart, capable young guys struggling financially. They work hard, but somehow, they always seem to be just scraping […]

What Dreams About Being Chased and Hiding Mean

John D. Moore

Dreams about being chased revealed Are you having dreams about being chased? In your nightmares, do you run to a hiding spot, hoping not to get caught? Does the experience leave you feeling terrified? If […]

Why There Is a Loneliness Crisis for Men

John D. Moore

Loneliness Crisis for Men In recent years, America has been facing a loneliness crisis, and men are at the center of it. More men are reporting feelings of isolation, disconnection, and a lack of close […]

7 Common Reasons for ED in Men

John D. Moore

ED in Men: A Closer Look Erectile dysfunction (ED) can feel isolating, frustrating, and confusing for men of all ages. The truth is, ED is a lot more common than people think, and it can […]

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Body Building Basics: 4 Weight Lifting Techniques for Muscle Mass

John D. Moore

Body Building Techniques There are lots of ways new body builders can add muscle mass when it comes to weight training. During the first few months at the gym, a beginner will commonly see their biggest […]

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7 Traits of Men Who Act Like Adults

John D. Moore

Men Who Act Like Adults Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with countless men striving to navigate the complexities of adulthood as a men’s therapist in Chicago. One recurring theme in our […]