Joshua Handler

A Steady Mentor for Young Men, Aged 14-28, Who Are Ready to Level Up

Many young men carry anxiety, self-doubt, and pressure that they don’t know how to express. They don’t need someone to fix them—they need someone who understands what they’re going through and knows how to help them build confidence from the inside out.

For over 25 years, I’ve mentored young men through emotional struggles, life transitions, and opportunities to become their own person.

My work is direct, steady, and experience-based. I help young men develop the tools they need to like who they are and stand on solid ground.

A selection of my qualifications:

• Helping teens in crisis (hotlines, special needs schools, wilderness therapy)

• High-intensity experiential and wilderness mentorship

• Guiding rites of passage

• Adolescent development through adventure and purpose

• 30+ years of spiritual and psychological study

• Deep, steady presence parents trust

WHAT YOUNG MEN ARE FACING

The pressures on young men have never been higher. Many are:

• Anxious, overwhelmed, or shut down

• Battling negative self-talk

• Feeling disconnected from family and friends

• Unsure of their direction or purpose

• Lacking a trusted, non-judgmental mentor

• Desiring something different while feeling stuck where they are

These challenges are real and absolutely surmountable with the right guidance.

WHO I WORK WITH

I mentor young men who are experiencing:

• A desire to ⬆︎ confidence and ⬇︎ negative self-talk

• Anxiety and internal overwhelm

• Anger, frustration, or sudden shutdowns

• A lack of motivation or direction

• Major life transitions such as college or work

I coach parents who are looking:

• To change patterns that cause conflict or withdrawal

• To better understand their son's inner world

• To communicate more effectively

• For an experienced mentor and coach

• For honest feedback and collaboration

What Parents Are Saying

“Joshua was just what I needed during a difficult time. I was struggling with loneliness, and I needed to make a change. Joshua helped shepherd me into a new way of being and way of seeing my life. He gave me techniques, as well as courage and insight, to let go of what was holding me back. Each session left me feeling empowered and willing to try new things. I learned to say goodbye to my past—kindly, compassionately, and with deep reverence—and to take the steps necessary to move forward into a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling future.”  - Elizabeth C.

"Joshua sets the standard for integrity, self-exploration, and creating alignment between values and action. Again and again, by compassionately mirroring the unintended consequences of my actions back to me, he has expertly guided me towards becoming a more mindful and intentional parent. Joshua is extraordinarily grounded and insightful with a true talent for sharing the skills that lead to a life of greater freedom, ease, and fulfillment. His coaching has been transformational for me, my husband, and our teenage son." - Anna Dowling, MD

HELP YOUR SON STAND ON SOLID GROUND

If your son is overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of himself, he doesn’t have to navigate that alone. A steady mentor can make the difference between drifting and growing.

Schedule your complimentary 60-minute call today