Working With Men in Coaching and Therapy - Jayson Gaddis & Ellen Boeder - 484
Jan 30, 2024
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Jayson and Ellen discuss working with men in coaching and therapy, exploring ways men get stuck and how to recognize men's issues. They touch on the benefits of men's groups, the role of couples' work in helping men, and how to get men to change. The conversation also delves into the comfort level of men with male or female therapists, and the importance of making sure a man is ready to grow.
Men benefit from attending men's groups for genuine connection and emotional growth.
Male clients may project their issues onto others, requiring careful recognition and support in therapy/coaching.
Deep dives
The Importance of Self-Awareness in Relationships
Being self-aware doesn't guarantee relationship success. The paradox of self-acceptance and self-mastery in relationships is crucial. Self-awareness influences life satisfaction, health, and well-being. Confidence in relationships, including the one with yourself, impacts overall life quality.
Webinar on Relationship Skills for Men
A webinar by Jason Gaddis offers relationship skills critical for men's confidence and intimacy. It addresses moving from codependency to empowerment. Strategies to interact with partners and increase self-acceptance are highlighted. The webinar targets personal growth enthusiasts ready for transformative relationship experiences.
Challenges in Helping Emotionally Unavailable Men
Men's struggle with emotional expression and relationship skills is an area needing support. The conditioning men receive impacts their relational abilities and emotional awareness. Male therapists face challenges aiding men in embracing their feelings and improving relationship dynamics. Men navigating traditional gender roles may require specialized coaching.
Benefits of Men's Groups for Personal Growth
Men's groups provide avenues for genuine connection beyond superficial interactions. Men can explore feelings, relationships, and personal challenges in supportive environments. Breaking free from societal expectations encourages emotional growth and authenticity. Men's groups offer a space for vulnerability, growth, and shared experiences.
Jayson and Ellen team up to talk about working with men in coaching and therapy. How can you tell when a man is ready to grow? How does couples' work help men? What are the advantages of attending a men’s group? Are men more comfortable with male or female therapists? If you’re a man or you have men in your life, you won’t want to miss this insightful conversation.
Timestamps:
6:16 - Ways that men get stuck
10:52 - Working through men's defensiveness
13:56 - Recognizing men's issues
17:27 - How male clients project
21:10 - Are men more comfortable with male or female therapists