• Session 003 | What Men Want From Therapy

  • Apr 8 2024
  • Length: 24 mins
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Session 003 | What Men Want From Therapy

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  • In this episode, Alex discusses the importance of a male-friendly approach to psychotherapy and provides tips for men seeking therapy. He emphasizes the need for therapists to understand male communication styles and experiences, and create a non-judgmental environment. Alex also highlights the importance of focusing on strengths, setting clear goals, and being open to being challenged in therapy. He explores what men want from therapy, including a quick fix, feeling understood, and addressing relevant topics such as relationships and life transitions. Alex encourages men to seek help and become the architects of their own lives. Takeaways Therapists should have a male-friendly approach that understands male communication styles and experiences. Creating a non-judgmental environment is crucial for men to feel safe and express their emotions and vulnerabilities. Men should focus on their strengths, set clear goals, and be open to being challenged in therapy. Therapy can address relevant topics such as relationships, fatherhood, friendships, and life transitions. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but a brave step towards improving mental health and becoming the architect of one's own life. Chapters 00:00 The Male-Friendly Therapeutic Environment 09:13 Creating a Non-Judgmental Environment 13:59 Focusing on Strengths and Goals 20:38 Addressing Relevant Topics in Therapy 23:29 Seeking Help: A Brave Step Towards Mental Health Socials: Email: alex@alexholmes.co Instagram: instagram.com/thehardpartpodcast TikTok: tiktok.com/ @byalexholmes Substack: byalexholmes.substack.com Podcast: https://pod.link/1437894589 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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