Association member · Klaipėda
Klaipėda County Men’s Support Centre is a non-governmental, non-profit organisation founded in 2020 that provides emotional, psychological and social support to men. The centre aims to help men facing difficulties seek support, feel heard and work with specialists to find solutions suited to their circumstances.
The centre’s services are provided to men living in Klaipėda city and district.
The centre’s specialists support men and their loved ones through relationship difficulties, separation, bereavement, loneliness and other crises. Men can also seek help with difficulties related to addiction, experiences of violence or a wish to change their own violent behaviour.
The centre’s work is guided by empathy, empowerment and connection. These values shape respectful communication, attention to each person’s circumstances and efforts to strengthen their ability to make independent decisions. The centre encourages men to see talking about difficulties and seeking support as part of caring for themselves and their loved ones.
Our work
For men living in Klaipėda city and their families.
Psychological, social and legal consultations, information, mediation and advocacy. The scope and duration of support are tailored to the needs of the individual or family; consultations can take place at the centre or remotely.
Specialist-facilitated meetings where men share experiences, learn to understand their feelings and relationships, and support one another. The groups emphasise respect, trust and participants’ commitment to confidentiality.
Group meetings and individual consultations for people seeking to stop violent behaviour. The programme explores the causes and consequences of violence and develops skills in recognising emotions, managing anger, resolving conflict and communicating respectfully.
Emotional support for men
The centre runs the “Nelik vienas” emotional support line for men. Trained volunteers listen to men experiencing difficulties and provide emotional support. An anonymous, confidential conversation can be a first step towards seeking help.
The centre also works with Kaunas County Men’s Crisis Centre to develop comprehensive remote support for men.
The line is available to men across Lithuania.
Emotional support helpline for men
+370 604 11119Daily, 17:00–22:00 Lithuanian time
About the centre
The centre began by providing emotional support by phone. Its work later expanded to include men’s peer support groups, behaviour change sessions and psychosocial services. The centre collaborates with municipalities, the Lithuanian Probation Service, non-governmental organisations and men’s communities. It is a member of the Lithuanian Men’s Association.
Centre director
Gestalt psychotherapy consultant and lecturer
Darius Docius is the director of the centre and the “Nelik vienas” emotional support line for men, a Gestalt psychotherapy consultant, a lecturer and one of the initiators of the centre’s establishment. His work combines organising support for men, bringing men’s communities together and public discussion of emotional health.
Since 4 July 2025, Darius Docius has served as chair of the Lithuanian Men’s Association.
Contact and registration
Please contact the centre in advance for a consultation or group participation. When registering, you can discuss the most suitable form of support, eligibility and service funding options.
Monday–Friday, 10:00–16:00 Lithuanian time.
