Starting Autumn 2026:
Two groups. One community.
Erik's Group (begins Sep. 8)
• 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
• 6:00–8 PM
• In person Namaste Healing, Evergreen,CO
Daniel's Group (begins Oct. 7)
• 1st & 3rd Wednesdays
• 6:00–8 PM
• Online via Zoom
A few openings are available in each group.
A Place to Be Fully Yourself
Most men have learned to move through life wearing some kind of armor. We stay productive, solve problems, take care of others, and keep moving—even when something underneath us is asking to be seen.
AWAKE Men offers a safe, confidential, and nonjudgmental space to set that armor down. Through guided meditation, honest conversation, practical mindfulness, and the support of other men, you’ll have space to reconnect with who you really are and how you want to live.
AWAKE Men includes two ongoing cohorts: an established in-person group in Evergreen led by Erik Vienneau, and an online group led by Daniel Stempien. Each group has its own consistent circle of men while remaining part of the larger AWAKE community.
Together, we explore the areas of life that matter most:
-
Personal & Social
-
Work & Career
-
Family
-
Spiritual
-
Financial
-
Mind/Intellect
-
Physical/Health
Find the Group That Fits You
Schedule a free conversation with Erik to learn more about either the Evergreen or online cohort.
A Few Challenges We Solve Together:
Â
Meaning of Life Struggles
At certain ages, it’s normal to take stock of where your life is at and where you are heading. Finding or rediscovering purpose is something you can work through with the support of a group of guys who share the same goal.
​
Parenting Challenges
Showing up for kids in a strong, supportive way with tools that work is more important than ever. Many men in the group are also parents and it’s a great place to vent about child-raising issues and get feedback from the shared wisdom of the group
​
Breakup Recovery
Breakups, divorces, separations, and infidelities can be hard to go through. You’ll move through your breakup quicker and easier with a group of guys who can relate and offer guidance.
​
Nice Guy Syndrome
Are you a “nice guy” that lacks boundaries? Hearing how other men set and respect healthy boundaries will help you learn how to do the same.
​
Relationship Issues
Having a group of supportive guys to bounce relationship situations off-of and to receive guidance on how to handle relationship challenges in healthier ways, will dramatically improve your relationships.
​
Making More Like-Minded Guy Friends
As a guy, it’s not easy to find and build friendships. A men’s group is a done-for-you friend service. We find and introduce you to guys that are focused on personal growth and desire community & friends.
​
Better Communication Skills
Just having to explain your situation and how you feel about it will sharpen your communication skills. You will also learn how men communicate things in healthy ways with friends, family, and partners.
​
Dropping Bad Habits
Porn, drugs, gambling, booze, over-eating, and other bad habits are easier to drop when you have a supportive crew of guys that are trying to make similar changes.
What Makes AWAKE Men Unique
-
Curated Cohorts:Â Each group is facilitated by an experienced mindfulness-based therapist and built around a consistent circle of men.
-
Ongoing Connection: Access to our private Voxer group to stay in touch between sessions.
-
Balance & Depth: We honor life’s highs and lows, creating space for both joy and shadow work.
-
Strengths & Blind Spots: We celebrate each member’s strengths while kindly revealing blind spots, sharing collective wisdom.
-
Authentic Sharing: We offer honest, raw stories from personal experience—not unsolicited advice.
-
Safe & Confidential Space: Trust and discretion are the foundation of our group.
-
Personal Transformation: Think of us as a “board of directors” for all aspects of your life, helping you grow faster and go further.
-
Celebrate & Act: Share wins, tackle growth goals, and navigate life’s ups and downs together.
-
Focused Presence: We practice active listening and minimize distractions.
-
You’re Not Alone: Hearing other men share similar challenges reminds you that you’re not in this alone.
How AWAKE Men’s Groups Help
-
Stay Motivated & Inspired: Witnessing other men grow and thrive fuels your own momentum.
-
Feel Better Emotionally: Sharing your life in community lifts isolation and feels good.
-
Improve Every Area of Life: Make better decisions with input from supportive peers.
-
Be a Better Father, Husband, Friend: Process your challenges with the group and bring insights home to your relationships.
-
Form Real Friendships: Build genuine, lifelong connections with other men.
-
Lighten Your Load: Talking things through makes challenges feel less heavy.
-
Save Time & Energy: Learn from men who’ve been where you’re going—and skip unnecessary struggles.
-
Contribute & Belong: Experience the satisfaction of helping others grow while pursuing your own goals.
AWAKE Men Mission:
AWAKE Men works within a group dynamic to provide a safe and supportive community for men to do their work and actualize deeper dimensions of the mature masculine. We are thoughtful, caring men co-creating a safe container for personal growth as we deepen our connection to the truth of who we are and live more fully from this place of wisdom. We show up fully with authenticity, vulnerability, honesty, compassion, and the courage to do our individual work. In addition, we’re accountable by setting personal goals; offering support; and being present for the entire group.
AWAKE Men holds space for men to work through their limitations and grow into the greatest expression of who they really are. Â
What a Typical Gathering Looks Like
Every gathering follows a simple structure that creates both safety and depth.
- Arrive and settle through guided meditation or embodiment practice.
- Check in with three felt-sense words.
- Each man has dedicated time to share what's most alive in his life.
- Following each share, the group offers thoughtful reflection and supportive feedback.
- We close with intentions, accountability, and practical ways to carry the work into everyday life.
Most men are surprised by how powerful it feels to not only be heard, but to receive caring, honest reflections from other men walking a similar path. Those conversations often become the catalyst for meaningful change.
Investment
$59/month
Your membership includes:
- Two monthly AWAKE Men gatherings
- Monthly member adventure days
- Priority access and member pricing for retreats and special events
- Ongoing support, accountability, and brotherhood
If finances are the only thing standing in the way, please reach out. A limited number of sliding-scale memberships are available.
Meet Your Facilitators
Erik Vienneau, LPC
Erik is the founder of AWAKE Men and a mindfulness-based therapist with more than 25 years of experience practicing meditation, yoga, and embodied spiritual work. He created AWAKE Men to give men a place for honest connection, meaningful growth, and the kind of support that is often difficult to find elsewhere.
Leads the in-person Evergreen group.
"Peace isn't something we have to find. It's something we remember."
- Erik Vienneau
Daniel Stempien, LPCC
Â
Daniel is a mindfulness-based therapist who brings warmth, curiosity, and a sincere respect for each man’s individual journey. His approach draws from counseling, mindful awareness, self-inquiry, and a lifelong interest in the deeper dimensions of the human experience.
Leads the online Zoom group.
"My role is to find peace within. From that place, I let go. Life reveals the path."
— Daniel Stempien
Chapi
"Last week's meeting was one of the most healing experiences of my adult life. The guys supported me in my grief over the passing of my best friend. I felt like a new man after sharing and processing the session."
