Expert on Expert: Victoria Byler Helping Men Relearn Masculinity

About this episode

The episode features a conversation with Victoria Byler about masculinity and emotional expression in men.

I sat down with Victoria Byler, LPCC, owner of Revive Counseling, for a conversation that feels especially important right now. We dive into men, masculinity, and what it actually means to show up emotionally in a world that often teaches men to shut parts of themselves down. We talk about how shame shapes male identity, why vulnerability can feel so threatening, and what therapy looks like when men are finally given permission to feel instead of perform. This episode explores the pressures men face, the misconceptions around masculinity, and how emotional connection is not a weakness but growth. Whether you are a man trying to understand yourself better, someone who loves a man, or a clinician wanting deeper insight into working with male clients, this conversation opens the door to curiosity, compassion, and honest reflection. You can find Victoria on Instagram @revive_with_v Are you a healthcare professional or mental health therapist and looking for sex therapy continuing education? Get 10% of your first course here by using code podcast10 A list of sex education, sex therapy, and relationship resources here Sign up for my online class here You can now watch the full video…

People in this episode

Guest: Victoria Byler

Topics covered

• masculinity
• emotional connection
• vulnerability
• male identity
• therapy
• shame

Keywords

• masculinity
• emotional health
• therapy
• vulnerability
• male identity
• shame
• mental health

Sponsors

sex therapy continuing education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Revive Counseling

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