Compass Psychology is excited to announce our first- ever Father's and Non-Birth Parent's group starting in September 2026. 

When: 18.00, Wednesdays from 23rd September 2026 (23., 30.9, and 7., 14., 21., 28.10.2026)

Where: Fredrikinkatu 20 B 10

What: Support group for English-speaking fathers and non-birth parents run by male mental health professionals. The group covering topics such as relationship changes, adjusting to the new role as a parent, parenting while living in Finland and how to access services as a parent. Attendance is primarily just for the father/ non-birth parent, but children under the age of 1 are allowed to attend if needed. 

Cost: 36€ per session, including tea, coffee, refreshments and all materials (216€ in total)

Participants: up to 10 participants. Sign up in the HOLVI webshop. 

About the facilitators: 

Lead Facilitator: Andrew Hoolan

Andy Hoolan has worked as a psychological therapist and couples counsellor in Finland for 10 years (<https://therapyhelsinki.fi/>), and prior to this had a varied career in Ireland, the UK and Chile in therapeutic and community support roles. He has extensive experience in relationship counselling, family therapy and working with immigrants, as well as being a father himself. 

Co-Facilitator /Student psychologist: Peter Foley

Peter is a Clinical Psychology Master's student at the University of Leiden in The Netherlands who is currently completing a clinical internship with Compass Psychology. He has previously worked as a teacher of science and music, and is now working therapeutically with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression and stress.