Denver Men’s Group
Deeper Roots runs a confidential, facilitator‑led Denver men’s group for men who want to live with more integrity, courage, and honest connection. We meet regularly in a small circle serving Denver and the Denver front range, Colorado — to slow down, tell the truth about our lives, and show up more fully for ourselves and the people who matter most.
Deeper Roots men’s groups are confidential, facilitator‑led circles in the Boulder and Denver, Colorado area for men who want to live with more integrity, courage, and emotional honesty. We meet regularly in a small group to slow down, tell the truth about our lives, and practice showing up more fully for ourselves and the people who matter most.
We focus on real relationships: how we handle conflict, ask for support, and make and receive bids for connection. Simple structures, shared agreements, and clear prompts help each man speak from the heart, listen with curiosity instead of fixing, and try new ways of relating in a steady, grounded setting.
This is not therapy or a place to posture. It’s a space to be human with other men, name what’s actually happening in your life, and be met with respect, challenge, and warmth. Over time, many men experience more clarity, deeper connection at home and work, and a stronger, more rooted sense of themselves.
Though we’re rooted in Boulder, many of our men make the short drive from Denver and across the front range. A consistent, high‑trust circle is worth the trip, and we’re glad to welcome Denver front range men.
Your Opportunities
- Practice being open, transparent, and emotionally honest with other men.
- Build comfort with vulnerability in a humble, non‑judgmental circle.
- Notice your bids for connection and respond to others’ with warmth.
- Deepen friendships with men who are committed to real growth, not performance.
- Explore how you show up in conflict, withdrawal, or people‑pleasing, and try new patterns.
- Clarify your values and take small, concrete steps to live in alignment with them.
- Learn simple tools to regulate your nervous system and stay present in hard moments.
- Be witnessed in your real story without being fixed, rescued, or judged.
- Develop a sense of brotherhood and belonging instead of doing life alone.
- Set small experiments between meetings (a conversation, a boundary, a repair) and receive support and accountability.
Our Ask
- Show up consistently and on time.
- Bring humility and respect; every man’s story matters.
- Practice non‑judgment: no fixing, rescuing, or shaming—curiosity first.
- Be honest and vulnerable, sharing what’s real, not just what looks good.
- Keep confidentiality; what’s shared in the circle stays in the circle.
- Commit to growth by engaging, listening deeply, and taking small relational risks.
Who leads the group
Our circles are guided by facilitator Eddie Loehr and a grounded Board of Advisors. Meet the team on our Who Are We? page.
What Others Are Saying…
It’s been a truly transformative experience. I felt genuine care in a space to be heard and understood, gaining deeper understanding of myself, and empowered to build a bigger, more fulfilling life rooted with authentic connections and meaning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in a typical men’s group session?
We meet in a small circle, check in, and use clear prompts and simple structures to guide honest sharing and listening. Sessions usually include rotating pairs, whole‑group reflection, and simple grounding practices so each man has space to speak from the heart and respond to others with curiosity rather than advice.
Do I need to have any experience with men’s work?
No prior experience is required. You don’t need to know any particular framework or have done therapy or retreats; you just need a genuine willingness to be open, listen respectfully, and treat other men’s stories with care.
What if I’m nervous or unsure about joining?
Feeling nervous is completely normal. You’ll be invited to go at a pace that feels honest but workable for you, and you’re never forced to share more than you’re ready for. Many men find that naming their nervousness out loud is actually a powerful first step.
We also do our best to feel out the fit upfront so we can rely on everyone’s commitment and trust the container. Most early discomforts fade quickly once men experience the group in real time. If, after the first session, it’s clear the group just isn’t a fit, we offer your money back for that cycle.
Is this therapy?
No. This is a peer men’s group with a facilitator, not a therapy group, and it does not replace professional mental health care. The focus is on connection, reflection, and personal growth, not diagnosis or clinical treatment.
How often does the group meet, and how long are the sessions?
The group typically meets weekly for 1.5 to 2 hours over a season that runs about 2–3 months. This gives enough rhythm and depth for trust and momentum while still fitting into the rest of your life.
Where does the group meet?
We meet in leased space in Boulder, and the exact location may vary depending on the session and facilitator. Once you’re connected with the group, you’ll receive the address and any logistical details before each gathering.
How much does it cost?
The cost for a full group cycle (2–3 months of weekly sessions) has most recently been around $400-$500, but this amount is subject to change without notice. Current pricing and any available options are shared when you inquire or during an initial conversation with the facilitator.
Is what I share kept confidential?
Yes. Confidentiality is a core agreement: what’s shared in the group stays in the group. This allows men to speak openly about their lives, relationships, and inner world without worrying that their stories will be shared outside the circle.
What kind of men join these groups?
Men who join are usually humble, curious, and ready to be more emotionally honest. Many are looking to grow as men, deepen friendships, and develop a sense of brotherhood and community with other men rather than doing life alone.
What if I miss a session?
Life happens, and occasional misses are understood. You’ll be asked to communicate when you can’t make it and to maintain a general commitment to showing up regularly so trust and continuity in the group can grow.
When does the next group start?
Groups run in seasons, typically lasting 2–3 months with weekly meetings, and exact start dates vary. The simplest way to stay in the loop is to submit your contact information and indicate your interest; as the next group’s session availability begins to emerge, we’ll reach out with details and next steps.
Are you affiliated with The Plunge and/or Rocky Mountain Men’s Group?
We’re not formally the same organization, but we do share a lot of the same “men’s group DNA.” Some of our members are also part of The Plunge and/or Rocky Mountain Men’s Group, and we collaborate with them. Our outreach focus is a bit different in places, but our values, style, and group format are deeply similar, and we see ourselves as complementary rather than separate in spirit.
You might be wondering…
Will I be judged or shamed?
Many men worry they’ll be judged for their story, emotions, or past choices. In this Boulder men’s group, judgment and shaming are explicitly off‑limits: the norm is respect, curiosity, and confidentiality. You’re not expected to be perfect; you’re expected to be human.
Do I have to be really vulnerable right away?
It’s normal to fear being “too exposed” too fast. You won’t be pushed to spill everything on night one. Trust builds over time, and you share what feels honest and workable for you. You can always say, “I’m not ready to go into that yet,” and that boundary is respected.
What if I don’t know how to talk about my feelings?
Many men haven’t had much practice naming emotions beyond “fine” or “frustrated.” You don’t need a perfect emotional vocabulary to belong. Simple, honest phrases like “I feel tight in my chest,” “I’m angry but not sure why,” or “I’m numb right now” are more than enough. Part of the work is learning this language together, not getting graded on it.
Will I be pushed to share more than I want to?
A common fear is that a group will pressure you. Here, consent and self‑trust come first. You’ll be invited to stretch a bit, but you’re free to say, “I’d like to just listen tonight,” or “That’s as far as I want to go for now.” Your pace matters.
What if I don’t fit in or my issues are different?
It’s easy to feel like your story is too weird, too mild, or too intense. In practice, most men discover that underneath the details, the themes are shared: loneliness, conflict, shame, longing for connection, questions about masculinity, stress about work and family. You don’t have to match anyone’s life circumstances to be welcomed.
Is joining a group basically admitting I’m failing as a man?
Many of us carry the belief that “real men” handle everything alone. Joining a group is actually an act of responsibility, not failure. It says, “I’m willing to look honestly at my life and grow.” That’s courage, not collapse.
Will talking about hard stuff just make it worse?
It’s understandable to fear that focusing on pain will amplify it. Many men find the opposite: putting words to what’s been eating at them reduces its grip. Being witnessed with respect tends to bring relief, clarity, and more options. The aim isn’t to dwell in misery; it’s to move through what’s stuck so you’re freer outside the group.
Is what I share really kept confidential?
Privacy is a big concern. Confidentiality is a core agreement: what’s shared in the circle stays in the circle. You choose what you share and when. The intention is to create a space where you can speak openly without worrying that your story will travel.
Am I going to be bombarded with advice and fixing?
Many men hate being “fixed,” lectured, or talked over. This group emphasizes listening over advice. You may occasionally hear reflections or suggestions, but the first move is usually: “Here’s what I heard,” “This is what landed for me,” or “I relate to that.” You can also say, “I’m not looking for advice right now—just to be heard.”
What if I get too emotional or shut down?
Men often fear crying, getting angry, or going blank in front of others. Those moments are not seen as failures; they’re part of being human. Pauses, breath, and grounded support help you stay within your window of tolerance. No one is expecting you to be perfectly composed.
Can’t I just do this men’s connection thing on my own?
It’s a fair question. Many men have spent years trying to sort things out solo—reading books, listening to podcasts, thinking hard about their lives. That work matters, and it can take you a long way.
What you usually can’t get alone, though, is the experience of being seen, challenged, and supported in real time by other men who are also doing their work. Being in a living circle exposes blind spots you can’t see yourself, gives your nervous system practice staying present with others, and lets you try new ways of relating in a safe, structured environment.
You can absolutely keep growing on your own; this group is for men who want to add something they can’t get from solo work—a regular place to practice connection, courage, and emotional honesty with other humans, not just in their heads.
Why do I need a men’s group to make connections? Can’t I just make my own friends?
You absolutely can make your own friends, and many men do. A men’s group isn’t a replacement for natural friendship; it’s a structured space that makes certain kinds of connection and growth much more likely.
In everyday life, conversations with friends often stay on the surface or get pulled toward problem‑solving, joking, or distraction. In a men’s group, everyone shows up with a shared understanding: we’re here to be honest, to listen with curiosity, and to practice deeper connection on purpose. That agreement changes the quality of what happens in the room.
The group also gives you repetition and rhythm—showing up with the same men, week after week, building trust over time. You get to see and be seen in a wider range of moods and seasons, and try new ways of relating that might feel awkward at first. That kind of intentional practice is hard to create on your own, even with good friends.