“When we breathE, move into our fear, and speak, shame goes away”- Josh Jonas
And many men don’t know how to ask for help or acknowledge that there is a concern that needs to be addressed by a mental health professional.
By creating the “No Shame, Man” campaign, I wanted to let men know that it is OK to not be OK. I know that at times it is easier to numb yourself to the realities of what is going on within yourself with drugs, alcohol, sex or even your career, but under numbness is something invaluable to us; pain. Pain, whether at a low hum or a giant roar, is the beginning of our true growth. “Our life grows or shrinks in proportion to our courage,” and vulnerably understanding your pain is courageous.So, thank you again for taking the first step towards your mental wellness. Myself and my highly trained staff are available to support you along this journey through in-depth psychotherapy work. For those that are not ready for that aspect of your healing, that’s fine! I invite you to take a look at our provided resources on this page and visit us regularly for updates that can have an impact on your life.
Man, I know sometimes this can be difficult, but together we can put in the reps towards our mental health and growth, and lead other men to the journey that accompanies it.
– Josh J.
TOP 5 TIPS FOR TACKLING MENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS
- Acknowledge that you are struggling. Just accepting it may help alleviate the pain it is causing.
Men tend to rage at and push away the part of them that is struggling. Have compassion with yourself for going through a tough time.
- Be aware of when you are numbing yourself to what’s really going on. Even zoning out in front of the television when something needs to be done can be numbing.
- Find one thing in your life that you can stay consistent with and do it everyday to provide some normalcy to your life. The discipline will build confidence – even if it is just going for a 20 minute walk each day.
- Reach out to a professional who can help with the inner work that many people need to begin healing.
RESOURCES
VIDEOS
GOOD DAY LAPODCASTS
Session Lessons Podcast
Session Lessons is an inside look into how other people have used therapy to get the lives that they want. Available on Apple, Google or wherever you listen to your podcasts
Featured episodes:
– Session Lessons Episode 4
“Shut Up and Be A Man”
– Session Lessons Episode 2
“Therapy, or a Root Canal? I’ll Take The Root Canal.”
Other Podcasts that Josh recommends:
Josh’s recommended Reading:
- Iron John by Robert Bly
Robert Bly is the father of the modern days men’s movement. A great book that combines
psychology, mythology, poetry and history to show a path to men’s growth. - I Don’t Want to Talk About it by Terrence Real
A brilliant book that describes the specific qualities of male depression, the huge impacts that
fathers can have on sons, and examples of how men have over come their pain and moved into
growth. - No More Mr. Nice Guy by Dr. Robert Glover
Dr. Glover discovered and describes one of the modern day male archetypes that causes
countless men so much unnecessary pain: Nice Guy Syndrome. This is an instruction manual for
men to stop being “Nice” and take back their life.
MEN’S GROUP THERAPY SESSIONS
The “No shame, man” campaign was developed to create a community of men that are supported and challenged and to provide a safe space for healing and growth. Because men typically grow more effectively in the presence of other men, The Village Institute will be offering a virtual men’s therapy group in the fall of 2020 that will be coordinated by their executive team and run by one of their highly trained psychotherapists.
What is Group Therapy exactly? Click here to learn more
Duration: October – November (8 weeks), One session per week.
Men between the ages of 25-50 should Contact us for more information and to speak with Josh or a member of our therapy team.
mutual commitment
In a psychotherapy session at The Village Institute, patients and therapist alike both talk and listen. We believe that successful psychotherapy requires an active contribution on the part of both patient and therapist.
mutual CONTRIBUTIONS
The patient brings a willingness and determination to make changes in his or her thoughts, feelings and behaviors. The psychotherapist contributes his or her expertise and is creatively engaged in producing effective therapy sessions.
PERSONALIZED TREATMENT
Patients often come to us in search of increased self-awareness and personal insight. Often, patients also request treatment for specific issues. Unlike other mental health clinics, at The Village Institute, patients will receive personalized, focused treatment.
Psychotherapy involves both talking and listening. We believe that successful psychotherapy requires an active contribution on the part of both patient and therapist. The patient brings a willingness and determination to make changes in his or her thoughts, feelings and behaviors. The psychotherapist contributes his or her expertise and is creatively engaged in producing effective therapy sessions. In a psychotherapy session at The Village Institute, patients and therapist alike both talk and listen.
- Clearly identify the nature of the patient’s emotional difficulties
- Develop a deeper understanding of the underlying “roots” of emotional difficulties
- Promote change in unhealthy feelings, thoughts and behaviors
- Enhance ongoing self-reflection to solidify changes
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