#42 Therapists Steering Children Toward Gender Ideology - James Esses

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.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Rational Voices01:22 Journey from Law to Therapy03:16 The Impact of Gender Ideology on Therapy09:00 The Politicization of Therapy13:01 The Demographics of Therapists18:04 Client Experiences and Ethical Therapy22:51 The Role of Therapy in Gender Dysphoria23:49 Resilience vs. Victimhood in Therapy27:51 Challenging Clients in Therapy30:04 Building Trust and Ethical Practice31:27 The Future of Just Therapy33:45 Facing Pushback and Controversy36:29 The Risks of Working with Trans Youth39:12 The Power Dynamics in Therapy44:40 The Ideological Battle in Therapy47:15 The Future of Gender Ideology in Therapy52:23 Unpopular Opinions and Closing ThoughtsKeywords #therapy #genderideology #psychotherapy #mentalhealth #free speech #politicalcorrectness