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