Men's Center for Growth and Change

Men's Center for Growth and Change The Men's Center for Growth & Change encourages men to use their power to better the lives of others, Gerald B.

The Men’s Resource Center was founded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1979 to provide counseling services for men going through transitions. Evans, the founder, was the first person in the Philadelphia area to develop a program dealing with the issues men face. Since the founding, the Center and Evans have helped thousands of men develop successful, satisfying relationships. In 2015 with Evan's retirement, co-directors Dr. Robert Heasley and Brother Robb Carter, working with a diverse group of providers and allies, are reinventing the Center.

Johann Hari's "Lost Connections" underscores that depression and anxiety are often rational responses to circumstances s...
02/25/2026

Johann Hari's "Lost Connections" underscores that depression and anxiety are often rational responses to circumstances such as disconnection, lack of purpose, financial instability, and isolation.

MCGC addresses these root causes by connecting community members with organizations that provide employment assistance, housing support, and community-building opportunities, rather than focusing solely on clinical treatment.
Sometimes, the best "therapy" comes from a stable job, a safe place to live, and a supportive community.

Dr. Bruce Perry's "What Happened to You?" paradigm is fundamental to how MCGC engages with every man who walks through o...
02/23/2026

Dr. Bruce Perry's "What Happened to You?" paradigm is fundamental to how MCGC engages with every man who walks through our doors.

We avoid diagnoses and pathologizing; instead, we become curious about the story behind each struggle.

This shift from shame to understanding paves the way for authentic change, because men cannot heal what they are too ashamed to acknowledge.

Dr. Jeanne Marybeth Spurlock (1921–1999) was a distinguished psychiatrist, professor, and author who helped shape the fi...
02/21/2026

Dr. Jeanne Marybeth Spurlock (1921–1999) was a distinguished psychiatrist, professor, and author who helped shape the field of mental health.
She served for 17 years as Deputy Medical Director of the American Psychiatric Association, chaired the Department of Psychiatry at Meharry Medical College beginning in 1968, and taught at both George Washington University and Howard University.
In addition to her academic leadership, she maintained a private psychiatry practice and published numerous works throughout her career.
A powerful leader in psychiatry whose impact continues to resonate. 🧠✨
At MCGC, we are building on this work to create programming that addresses the real barriers men face—beyond just mental health symptoms to include the circumstances and systems that create them.

Dr. Marc Brackett's work empowers men to express the full range of human emotions without succumbing to toxic positivity...
02/20/2026

Dr. Marc Brackett's work empowers men to express the full range of human emotions without succumbing to toxic positivity or the "man up" narrative.

MCGC teaches emotional literacy as a practical skill because recognizing and naming emotions helps regulate them, improves communication, and facilitates better decision-making. We're not asking men to be more emotional; we're equipping them with tools to navigate the emotions they already experience.

Bebe Moore Campbell (1950–2006) was a powerful author, journalist, educator, and mental health advocate who dedicated he...
02/19/2026

Bebe Moore Campbell (1950–2006) was a powerful author, journalist, educator, and mental health advocate who dedicated her life to elevating the mental health needs of Black and other underrepresented communities.
She founded NAMI-Inglewood in a predominantly Black neighborhood to create a welcoming, culturally affirming space for people to discuss mental health openly and without stigma.
Her advocacy also led to the establishment of National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, shining a spotlight on the unique challenges that communities of color face in accessing care and support.
Bebe Moore Campbell’s legacy continues to save lives and shape the future of mental health equity. 💚
MCGC's integration of traditional clinical services with holistic, community-based support that truly meets men where they are. Healing occurs through stable housing, meaningful employment, body-based practices, and cultural connections, rather than solely through therapy sessions.

Dr. Shawn Ginwright's healing-centered engagement reminds us to focus on men's possibilities rather than their problems....
02/18/2026

Dr. Shawn Ginwright's healing-centered engagement reminds us to focus on men's possibilities rather than their problems.

At MCGC, we see the men we serve as leaders of their own lives, navigating challenging circumstances—not as patients who need to be fixed. Our programming builds on existing strengths and cultural assets instead of concentrating solely on deficits and trauma.

Here are some ways to spread kindness through simple, unexpected gestures on this Random Acts of Kindness Day!Let's make...
02/17/2026

Here are some ways to spread kindness through simple, unexpected gestures on this Random Acts of Kindness Day!

Let's make kindness the norm.

02/14/2026

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02/14/2026

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Inez Beverly Prosser (c. 1895–1934) was a trailblazing psychologist, educator, and school administrator—and is widely re...
02/12/2026

Inez Beverly Prosser (c. 1895–1934) was a trailblazing psychologist, educator, and school administrator—and is widely recognized as the first African American woman to earn a Ph.D. in psychology.
Raised in Texas, Prosser was educated at Prairie View Normal College, the University of Colorado, and the University of Cincinnati.
Her groundbreaking research on segregated education helped inform the historic Brown v. Board of Education decision, leaving a lasting impact on psychology and civil rights.
A pioneering mind whose legacy continues to inspire. 🌟
At MCGC, we are building on this work to create programming that addresses the real barriers men face—beyond just mental health symptoms to include the circumstances and systems that create them.

Today we celebrate Women in STEM. Dr. Wizdom Powell's research highlights the factors that prevent Black men from seekin...
02/11/2026

Today we celebrate Women in STEM. Dr. Wizdom Powell's research highlights the factors that prevent Black men from seeking help: stigma, mistrust of systems, and cultural expectations around strength.

At MCGC, we leverage this knowledge to meet men where they are—through employment assistance, housing support, and community connections that don't require them to identify as "broken" first. We understand that asking for help isn't a sign of weakness; it's a strategic survival skill.

Solomon Carter Fuller (1872–1953) was a groundbreaking Liberian neurologist, psychiatrist, pathologist, and professor wh...
02/09/2026

Solomon Carter Fuller (1872–1953) was a groundbreaking Liberian neurologist, psychiatrist, pathologist, and professor whose work helped shape modern medicine.
Born in Liberia, Fuller earned his medical degree in the United States and later studied psychiatry in Germany. He spent much of his career at Westborough Hospital in Massachusetts, where he conducted research in mental health and neuroscience.
In 1919, he joined the faculty at Boston University, teaching pathology while also maintaining a private practice in medicine, neurology, and psychiatry.
Fuller made notable contributions to early research on Alzheimer’s disease, paving the way for future discoveries in brain health.
A true pioneer in medicine and mental health—his legacy continues to impact the field today. 🧠✨
This voices guides MCGC's integration of traditional clinical services with holistic, community-based support that truly meets men where they are.

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1601 Walnut Street Ste 1017
Philadelphia, PA
19102

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Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 9am
Friday 10am - 5pm
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