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Ryan Parke
Ryan Parke is The Men's Coach - a TEDx Speaker specialising in how hormones, lifestyle and goal setting impact male mental health. Having created an evidence-based framework drawing upon over 1,000 sources and his extensive coaching experience, Ryan works with industry leaders, international schools, emergency service providers, and NHS Trusts who want to provide effective support to men and boys. His keynote speeches and coaching programme give men the science-based tools they need to take control of their health, habits and happiness.
About Ryan Parke
You may know that 3 out of every 4 deaths by suicide in the UK and Ireland are men.
But did you also know that:
- In 2012 Samaritans warned that talking and talking therapy are not addressing the key factors associated with suicide in men
- Between 2010 and 2022, the rate of men using talking therapies increased by 50%, and yet the rate of male suicide also increased – by 14%
- Almost all (91%) middle aged UK men who die from suicide have been in contact with at least one frontline service or agency before their death
Able to support you support the men in your life, Ryan is an international award-winning Mental Health speaker and a Professional Member of the Professional Speaking Association. He is a trained Mental Health First Aider, Suicide First Aider, and Men’s Health Champion, with Samaritans training in suicide prevention. Ryan holds a current Enhanced DBS check.
To book Keynote Speaker Ryan Parke, contact The Speakers Agency on +44(0)1332 810481 or email enquiries@thespeakersagency.com
Ryan’s speech topics include, but are not limited to:
Supporting Men & Boys
Learn simple but effective strategies to support the males in your life and work with this fascinating training from TEDx Speaker and experienced men’s coach, Ryan Parke. Drawing from over 1,000 sources and his experience coaching hundreds of men, Ryan will share practice-proven methods for supporting men and boys with their mental health. Whether you want to support your male friends, family, or clients, Ryan will reveal:
- How hormones may impact communication styles, causing men and boys to ‘shut down’ during important conversations
- His practice proven 3-step strategy for having supportive conversations with males
- The key components he believes make up positive and toxic masculinity, and what to do about it
Featuring groundbreaking new concepts, paired with real coaching conversations from Ryan’s practice, Supporting Men & Boys has received phenomenal feedback from industry leaders, emergency service providers and NHS Trusts. You will leave with a deeper understanding of male mental health, as well as how to tailor support to be more engaging, relevant and effective for men and boys.
The Myth That Kills Men
Discover how hormones, lifestyle, and goal setting influence male mental health with this engaging talk from TEDx speaker Ryan Parke. Drawing from over 1,000 sources and his experience coaching hundreds of men, this gripping talk unveils groundbreaking insights, offering simple steps to support the men you care about. Whether you are a man, or simply want to understand the men in your life, Ryan will reveal:
- How all the biggest killers of men are linked and may be avoidable
- The pivotal role that hormones may play in male mental health
- Specific steps that men can take for better health, habits and hormones
Delivered through a combination of science, story and strategy, this signature keynote is as positive as it is serious. The Myth That Kills Men is an inclusive and engaging talk that has received exceptional feedback from audiences at international events and key conferences around the world. You will leave with a deeper understanding of how lifestyle impacts male mental health, plus specific steps men can take to be happier and healthier.
Testimonials
"I was fascinated by how Ryan demonstrated the differing impact of hormones between men and women."
"His explanations were clear and thought-provoking, shedding light on a complex topic in an accessible way."
"Ryan's energy is addictive, and the content was mind blowing."
"Life changing."
"Very well presented. Hugely informative. Key evidence to support the points raised made simple to understand."
