In this raw, unfiltered reflection, John shares the real story behind going rogue as a therapist — from coffee-shop sessions to walk-and-talks, to breaking every rule therapy school ever taught him.
He explores the lifelong pattern of exchanging truth for membership, the fear of being seen, and the moment one client validated everything he was terrified to try.
This episode dives into authenticity, boundaries, regret, responsibility, and what it really means to help people while staying human yourself.
Key Themes & Takeaways:
Why authenticity often feels like rebellion
The moment validation becomes a catalyst
The battle between honesty and belonging
The emotional cost of doing therapy differently
The blurry line between helping and harming
The evolving role of therapists in a social media world
Why growth is abstract, nonlinear, and deeply personal
📘 Read John’s new book in progress Sh*t Your Therapist Would Never Tell You on John’s SubStack HERE
If you’re ready for deeper work, the Secure Self course is available HERE
Order John's new book, Break Up. On Purpose, HERE
Follow John on Instagram HERE
Find out more about John HERE
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nyd den ubegrænsede adgang til tusindvis af spændende e- og lydbøger - helt gratis
Dansk
Danmark
