Topic: Therapists and Therapy

Discussion: We know that the path for a gay father can be challenging at times. This can create both emotional and physical stress. At recent meetings, the pros and cons of using a Therapist arose during the discussion. Our feedback is that there were a wide variety of experiences both positive and negative. Is it possible that those negative experiences may have developed from us been told something we weren't ready to hear or act on?  For many of us we've spent so much time and effort focusing on the wants and needs of others... that taking this sort of healthy step is alien and even uncomfortable. We've all seen the inspirational FB and Insta posts... it's usually outside of our comfort zone that the most growth and change occurs. 
Tonight we will share our own knowledge and experience about therapy and therapists.

Facilitator On Line Graham H 
Second John J

Topic: Therapists and Therapy

Discussion: We know that the path for a gay father can be challenging at times. This can create both emotional and physical stress. At recent meetings, the pros and cons of using a Therapist arose during the discussion. Our feedback is that there were a wide variety of experiences both positive and negative. Is it possible that those negative experiences may have developed from us been told something we weren't ready to hear or act on?  For many of us we've spent so much time and effort focusing on the wants and needs of others... that taking this sort of healthy step is alien and even uncomfortable.  We've all seen the inspirational FB and Insta posts... it's usually outside of our comfort zone that the most growth and change occurs. 

Tonight we will share our own knowledge and experience about therapy and therapists

Lead Facilitator: Ed  
Second Facilitator: Frank

First Facilitator  

Second 

HYBRID MEETING (zoom code)


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Topic: Internalized Homophobia

Description: Internalized Homophobia is a topic that we have discussed at our meetings for many years. The concept is that all of us grow up in a world that reflects back to us that the feelings we have are wrong, immoral, or sick. Gay men often internalize these feelings to the point where they become a part of our personal
belief system. Hidden and secret. Revealed to none including ourselves. These feelings can affect how we deal with others and how we believe in ourselves. Tonight we will share our experiences in recognizing and dealing with internalized homophobia.

Facilitator On Line John J. 
Second Graham H