2.21 Male Survivors & Childhood Trauma: What Shame Hides with Rick Goodwin

In this episode of Embracing All of Me, Ross sits down with Rick Goodwin, MSW, RSW, social worker, author, and the founder and Clinical Services Director of Men & Healing, to unpack the silent epidemic of shame carried by male survivors of sexual abuse. Together, they explore how masculinity, societal pressure, and outdated narratives which keep men, including bisexual, queer, and fluid men, from naming their trauma and seeking help.

Rick shares insights from decades of clinical work and trauma recovery, including the role of the “male code,” how shame fuels rage, and why true healing starts in groups. Rick also shares advice for those who may not be ready to be visible as a survivor. Whether you’re a survivor, an ally, or someone rethinking what it means to be a man or work through internalized shape, this conversation opens the door to compassion and change.

🔹 Topics include:
– The real meaning of “one in six”
– Why many men don’t recognize abuse when it happens
– The shame–rage spiral
– Reframing masculinity beyond blame
– How to start healing when therapy feels out of reach

This episode is not only transformational, but a reference guide and illumination to the uniqueness of male trauma and survivors.

Men & Healing - Psychotherapy for Men

1 in 6: Support for Men Healing from Sexual Abuse

rick@menandhealing.ca