Cassandra Kekich | HeadsUpGuys

With her background in crisis intervention and law enforcement, Cassy is passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, especially as it relates to the fields of first response, law enforcement, and military. She has also supported numerous men in mental health crises as a responder on Canada’s national suicide crisis line.

Cassy seeks to contribute to advancing education and support systems for men experiencing mental health struggles.

Posts By Cassandra Kekich

The importance of self-care for good mental health

Maintaining basic self-care can have a big impact on our confidence and staying motivated to improve our mental health.

Supporting a Guy Who is Socially Withdrawing

Social isolation is a common feature of depression in men. Supporting a guy that is withdrawing can give him the help he needs to fight back.

The Art of Active Listening

Active listening requires practice, but it can reduce feelings of pressure and judgment to support someone's mental health.

Launching Our New Peer Support Course!

Too many men suffer in silence. Become a peer supporter for the men in your life.

In this four-part course (15–20 min each), you’ll learn what effective peer support looks like, how to show up for others, and how to stay grounded while doing so.

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