Building a Mental Health Tool People Actually Use: The Making of HeadsUpGuys.org with Dr. John Ogrodniczuk

Dan is joined by Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, a Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the UBC Psychotherapy Program and founder of HeadsUpGuys.org. In the first episode of 2026, Dan and Dr. Ogrodniczuk discuss the inception and evolution of HeadsUpGuys.org, a men's mental health resource. Dr. Ogrodniczuk explains the importance of the website which creates a welcoming and anonymous space for men seeking help, the significance of the user experience, and the development of the site's self-guided courses. Dr. Ogrodniczuk shares insights from initial conversations with men that inspired the website and emphasized the need for a free, accessible platform that resonates with men. Special Guest: Dr. John Ogrodniczuk Check out HeadsUpGuys Send us Fan Mail For more episodes, video versions, updates, and links related to the show visit: https://psychotherapyandappliedpsychology.com/