Group Overview:
This is an 8-week virtual support group for Black men seeking a safe, culturally grounded space to explore mental health, identity, and life stressors.
Led by Jai Madden, LCSW, the group blends clinical expertise and lived experience to foster real, relevant, and deeply healing conversations.
Participants will engage in open discussion, grounding practices, and skill-building to manage anxiety, stress, trauma, and depression, while connecting with a community that truly understands them.
By the end of the program, we aim for members to have strengthened coping strategies, improved emotional regulation, and renewed their sense of support and empowerment.
Participants: Black men 18+ who are navigating stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, identity challenges, or seeking a culturally affirming mental health support group
Cost: Insurance and self-pay are accepted
When: Virtual Sessions Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m., starting January 7 and ending February 25, 2026
Facilitator:
Jai Madden, LCSW, is a dedicated clinical social worker providing individualized and culturally competent care to individuals across Massachusetts.
Getting Started
To Register:
Please call 855-246-4486, logon to your LifeStance Health patient portal, or complete the below form and our Intake team will contact you.
Initial Assessment May Be Required
An initial assessment with the group therapy leader may be required to determine if the group is a good fit for the participant.
Mckenze’s Group Form No consent
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Call to get registered for the Strong, Not Silent Group in Massachusetts
855-246-4486Virtual Online Sessions
Call Now: 855-246-4486The Strong, Not Silent Group is being offered via Virtual Online Sessions, and is not meeting in-person at this time. An Internet connected device will be required. Specific directions on accessing the sessions will be provided after your registration is completed.
If you have any additional questions please call: 855-246-4486.
Virtual Sessions Available for all Massachusetts Residents
Participating Providers
Jason Madden
MSW, LCSW
Additional Group Therapy In Massachusetts
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