In this conversation, James discusses his transition from law to psychotherapy, the challenges he faced regarding gender ideology in therapy, and the establishment of Just Therapy. He highlights the politicization of therapy, the influence of gender ideology, and the need for ethical practices in mental health care. James emphasizes the importance of resilience and challenges therapists to maintain ethical standards while navigating the complexities of modern therapy. He also addresses the backlash he faces for his views and the societal implications of gender ideology.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Rational Voices
01:22 Journey from Law to Therapy
03:16 The Impact of Gender Ideology on Therapy
09:00 The Politicization of Therapy
13:01 The Demographics of Therapists
18:04 Client Experiences and Ethical Therapy
22:51 The Role of Therapy in Gender Dysphoria
23:49 Resilience vs. Victimhood in Therapy
27:51 Challenging Clients in Therapy
30:04 Building Trust and Ethical Practice
31:27 The Future of Just Therapy
33:45 Facing Pushback and Controversy
36:29 The Risks of Working with Trans Youth
39:12 The Power Dynamics in Therapy
44:40 The Ideological Battle in Therapy
47:15 The Future of Gender Ideology in Therapy
52:23 Unpopular Opinions and Closing Thoughts
Keywords #therapy #genderideology #psychotherapy #mentalhealth #free speech #politicalcorrectness
