A Therapy Manifesto
A therapist’s declaration about the realities of therapy for men and boys to consider before starting…
“Are you going to make me talk about my feelings?” Look, man. Probably. I’ve always believed in worker harder not smarter, so we won’t spend more time than is necessary.
If you want to become better at managing your emotions so you can perform in the classroom, on the field, in the boardroom or in your relationships and with your family, you have to put in the time.
If you want clarity on your purpose in life, you have to be able to understand your feelings, where they come from and when to decide what’s useful information and what’s just noise.
I’m not going to waste your time by making therapy vague, confusing or mysterious as some therapists can make it seem. I will always be honest with you and will candidly share my experience with whatever issue you seek support on improving.
Together, we’ll identify your goals and I promise to always be open and direct about your progress, potential barriers to success and a plan moving forward. For more information, try my pages on depression therapy for men, anxiety therapy for men, trauma therapy for men, marriage counseling for men, divorce counseling for men, anger mangement therapy for men, mid-life crises, quarter-life crises, and leadership development for men.
A caveat for teeangers and families…
Hey guys. My message to the old dudes is going to be pretty similar to teenagers, but with a few caveats. Many, if not all the teens, I’ve worked with have a lot struggles with their parents or caregivers. So teens, I can assure you that I will do my best to get your family into sessions, so you can have a say in what’s not working for you at home.
Parents, even if you don’t see the role you play yet, I hope you will at least be open to the idea that you do. I don’t want to be THE only source of support for your teenager when they’re struggling. I want YOU to be that person. Your teenager, despite whatever messed up thing they’ve done or said to you, also wants you to be that person and not their therapist. For more information, try my pages on depression therapy for adolescents, anxiety therapy for teens, trauma therapy for teens, and family therapy for teens.