One Man and His Therapist

In this session, Zak and Stephen go back in time a little as Stephen recalls what it was like for him growing up. They also talk about the classic idea of what people think of as a father, versus the real fathers that we have in life. And an old favourite pops it's head again - Stephen's overly developed sense of responsibilty. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #...

Stephen has just enjoyed a Spring morning walk in Paris with Timmy the dog and all is right with the world. Or is it? Zak listens to Stephen describe two random and kind encounters he had on his walk with strangers, and then poses the question. "but how are things with the people in your life?" Stephen opens up about the guilt he feels around his Dad. Zak and Stephen then delve into whether this g...

Stephen has had a tricky time. He is feeling overwhelmed by having to spin too many plates. The family of origin plate, the work plate and of course, the marriage plate. Zak listens to Stephen go through what he has been going through, and reminds him of some very important elements of what really matters. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth...

In this session Zak and Stephen talk about when is enough, enough? When do we as humans stop and say, I'm ok now, I don't need more. They also talk about good scheduling for life, and also core negative beliefs. Zak sets Stephen some tasks. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ wh...

Zak and Stephen reflect on the year that was. They talk about Stephen having a tension of opposites. Stephen expresses the feeling that he is in a very good place, but can't help a feeling of guilt for being happy when some of his loved ones are suffering. Stephen also talks about the Fall in 2014 that nearly took his life. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #ther...

In today's REAL RECORDED THERAPY session, Stephen raises the subject of friendship and being social. Zak tries to understand Stephen's feelings of inadequacy around this topic. There is talk of sobriety and whether choosing a sober life contributes to a less social life. Or is it just age? This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #lonely #loneline...

Stephen confronts an uneasy feeling within him that he has a tendency to overreact to situations that others might take in their stride. It's been a tough week on the streets of Paris. Stephen has been sick, but so has Timmy the dog. Get ready for some anecdotes and some kind feedback from an ever compassionate Zak. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #men...

Zak and Stephen continue to discuss non judgment and the benefits of mindfulness. Stephen talks about a recent visit to Ireland and describes “meeting” his father again. Stephen talks about what he has learned over the last year dealing with his Dad’s illness. He describes a gratitude he has never known before. Stephen also talks about a new commitment. They also return to an old favourite topic -...

In this Real Therapy Session, Stephen (the patient) is having a solo week in Paris and reflects on what it is to be living alone, albeit temporarily in Paris. He also goes into detail about a recent encounter with his upstairs neighbours and the empowering moments it led to. Zak (the therapist) offers some guidance. Something for Every Human Here. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to...

In today's REAL THERAPY session, Zak and Stephen discuss more about Stephen's grappling with what it is to be a man. Until Zak poses a very succinct question "why does this bother you so much?". This prompts a change in course, where the idea of identity and self can become all consuming, and perhaps we should be more open as humans to the idea of just being. Being without grand ideas of ourselves...

In today's therapy session, Zak and Stephen continue talking about what it is to be a man. Stephen has some profound realisations on this topic and Zak has some wise insight. There is also talk of family matters and how Stephen has found some peace and a sense of freedom by relocating to Paris. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #peace #free...

In this session, Zak and Stephen talk about the idea of what it is to be a man. Some very deep and big discoveries are made today. Stephen expresses his slight unease around particular types of men and the idea of masculinity as a whole. Zak and Stephen have some real insights together in this session. It is quite an unexpected turn of events, as Stephen realises this is in fact a very important p...

In this real talk therapy session, Zak and Stephen talk about being there for family in difficult times. They talk about the benefits of the consistency of repeated action. They talk about Depression. They talk about Plans for the Future. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #depression Disclaimer: Welcome to our Podcast - ‘One man and his therapist’ where the opinions expressed by our presenters are...

Stephen's Dad is seriously ill in hospital, but he's not sure whether to run to him (as he always does) or to let his Dad go. He has lived with his father's alcoholism for most of his life and his patience is running out. He also reflects on his own days with alcohol and asks the question after many years of living sober, if he was indeed ever as powerless over alcohol as his father is. This is Re...

In today's Therapy Session, Zak (the Therapist) and Stephen (the Patient) continue to talk about the theme of baggage and the burden Stephen has carried for many years in terms of his feelings of responsibility towards those closest to him. Things develop in this session and Stephen has some pretty life enhancing insights. They also talk about work-life balance, routine and the power of continued...

In this real talk therapy session, Stephen (the patient) and Zak (the therapist) talk in depth about Stephen's relationship with his father and mother. In particular, they focus on his father and Stephen thinks back to childhood and moments of connection in those formative years. They discuss non-demand communication as a helpful technique. Lots of universal themes dealt with here, including livin...

In this REAL THERAPY SESSION, Stephen (the client) and Zak (the therapist) talk about releasing emotional baggage. They talk about a desire to find freedom in life from fear and things holding Stephen back. Stephen feels like he is “holding on for dear life.” Stephen compares his new challenges to those of the past. How he feels that his quest to find freedom from a tightness he has always carried...

In this session, Stephen (the patient) and Zak (the therapist) discuss gratitude and having a daily practice. They discuss the feeling of weight that Stephen feels in terms of what he feels he has to carry on his shoulders in life. The central people that he has in life and how he feels guilt around them. They also discuss self care and plans for the future. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are...

Zak and Stephen talk about guilt. Guilt around family, and an underlying desire to fix his parents' problems. They discuss fear. Fear around various aspects of life. Stephen looks for validation on his journey and Zak proposes an alternative way to look at things. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #mentalhealth #familyproblems #relationships Disclaimer:...

Zak (the Therapist) and Stephen (the patient) discuss the idea of softening. Softening towards the self and the world. They also discuss the idea of negative self talk and how that has changed for Stephen over the years. They talk about unconscious manipulation and how Stephen was surprised to learn something about his own behaviour in relation to this. They talk about how a person in addiction ca...

It’s the New Year and Zak and Stephen talk about the Christmas that has just passed. Stephen talks about a moment where he felt awkward being forthright. Stephen details how he is planning to tackle the new year and how he wants to live by three particular words. He also talks about a new routine that is having positive effects. Zak encourages Stephen to recognise that the fact that he is able to...

It’s coming up to Christmas and Zak and Stephen are talking about… well nothing festive at all. Stephen is feeling pretty grumpy and has a bit of a rant. Zak sees beyond all of this and helps Stephen see that the life he is living is something to appreciate. They talk money, anger, relationships and being of service. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #therapy #me...

Stephen is still in Sicily and is finding real peace of mind. Zak and Stephen discuss the barrage of media that we are exposed to in this day and age, and how Stephen has used his intuition to choose to take a break from tuning into media. Zak and Stephen also talk about Stephen’s search for humility. They also discuss purpose. This is Real Talk Therapy. And you are welcome to listen. #therapist #...

Today, Zak and Stephen talk about the idea of home and where we find ourselves feeling at home. Stephen is still in Sicily and talks about lacking community. The word ‘balance’ is discussed, and Zak poses the question to Stephen of what it means to Stephen. Stephen talks about technology addiction and how he finds it hard to separate himself from his phone and work. Zak also sets Stephen a challen...

In therapy session 3, Stephen is in Sicily on a one month working holiday with his wife Rebeca. Zak and Stephen discuss technology breaks and finding grounding in the moment. Stephen also raises a current problem of a debt that he is struggling with, and the two discuss financial intelligence and how, at 40, Stephen feels like he is only waking up now to how to be a grown up in some ways. This is...