Fatherhood doesn’t end after a breakup or divorce
Co-Parenting Counseling for Men in Massachusetts
Co-parenting brings its own set of challenges: communication breakdowns, scheduling conflicts, disagreements about discipline, or the emotional toll of navigating new family dynamics.
It’s not easy. For many men in Massachusetts, co-parenting becomes one of the most stressful parts of their lives—affecting not only their kids but their mental health, relationships, and sense of stability.
At Mister Health, we provide virtual co-parenting counseling for men statewide. Our goal is simple: to help you show up as the father you want to be, while navigating the complexities of co-parenting with clarity and confidence.
But your role as a father never does.
The relationship with your partner may have ended
Why co-parenting is hard for men
Men face unique struggles when it comes to co-parenting:
It’s about learning how to manage the stress and conflict so you can keep showing up for them.
It’s not about not loving your kids
Feeling sidelined or dismissed in parenting decisions
Constant conflict with an ex-partner that drains energy and patience
Stress from court orders, custody schedules, or legal pressure
Disagreements about parenting styles, boundaries, or rules
Difficulty balancing a new partner or blended family with co-parenting
Emotional exhaustion from trying to “keep the peace”
Without healthy communication, resentment builds, making cooperation harder over time.
For Your Co-Parent
Stress, frustration, and anger spill into other areas of your life—work, health, relationships.
For You
For Kids
Counseling helps you interrupt the cycle.
They feel the tension, even when you try to hide it. It can lead to anxiety, behavioral issues, or feeling like they’re “caught in the middle.”
The longer conflict lingers, the harder it is to rebuild trust or stability.
The cost of co-parenting stress
Unresolved co-parenting conflict doesn’t just affect you—it impacts everyone:
How co-parenting counseling helps men
Therapy isn’t about choosing sides or rehashing every fight—it’s about building skills that reduce stress and strengthen your role as a father.
At Mister Health, we help men across Massachusetts:
Improve Communication: Learn how to talk with your co-parent without it turning into an argument.
Reduce Conflict: Practical strategies to keep disagreements from escalating.
Stay Child-Focused: Keep decisions grounded in what’s best for your kids, not just in winning the fight.
Manage Emotions: Tools to handle anger, frustration, and stress so you don’t react in ways you regret.
Build Confidence as a Father:
Learn how to stay consistent, connected, and present for your kids—even in a difficult co-parenting dynamic.
Boston-Based, Statewide Access: Virtual sessions make it possible for fathers across Massachusetts to get support.
Led by Dr. Michael Stokes: Licensed therapist with years of experience helping men navigate co-parenting, divorce recovery, and fatherhood.
Why men work with Mister Health
Private & Convenient: No courtrooms, no waiting rooms—just secure online sessions.
Therapy Designed for Men: Direct, stigma-free support that understands the pressures fathers face.
Note: To work with Mister Health, you must be located in Massachusetts at the time of your session.
35, Worcester
Eric
"I thought I was just stressed, but Dr. Mike helped me see I was burned out and depressed. Having someone who gets men made the difference."
42, Boston
James
"I didn’t think therapy was for me. I figured I’d just deal with it. But after a few sessions, I realized how much I’d been carrying. For the first time in years, I feel like myself again."
What men say about therapy
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Mister Health provides online co-parenting counseling for men statewide:
Boston • Worcester • Springfield • Cambridge • Lowell • Brockton • Quincy • Lynn • New Bedford • Fall River • All of Massachusetts
Imagine co-parenting without constant conflict
That’s what co-parenting counseling for men can help you build.
Virtual counseling for men across Massachusetts.
198 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116
(617) 7-MISTER hello@misterhealth.com
Picture this: being able to talk with your co-parent without it turning into a fight. Having clear agreements and boundaries that reduce stress. Watching your kids thrive because they see both parents working together—even when apart.
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