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Ricardo L. Salcedo, LCSW, MSW
NJ, USA
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Ricardo L. Salcedo, LCSW, MSW
NJ, USA
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The DadNasium Boot camp is an opportunity for men to explore psychotherapy through their desire to become better fathers but also within the safety of having a clear set of goals and an established end date. I have found that many men do not want to participate in therapy because it is too abstract of a thing to do. And I think that this might be a fair assessment.
It might be fair to say that doing psychotherapy may lack a tangible aspect to it that might be a fundamental requirement for most men. We men like clear answers. We seem to feel more comfortable when there are fewer unknowns. For many of us men, life and its components are either working and there is no reason to engage in an exploration about it or not working and the exploration will require us to talk about our feelings.
When it comes to engaging in emotional exploration, because perhaps our relationship with our children or partner appears not to be running as smoothly as we would like, this can be very difficult for us to do. I have created this 12-week boot camp as an easy answer to begin doing the emotional work to help men begin to improve their relationships with themselves and their loved ones, and a little like a crash course for what to expect should you choose to continue in therapy.
I expect these 12 sessions to be like a sampler of sorts. By participating in the boot camp, you will have the opportunity to try different flavors of ideas while having a clear end in sight. Some of the ideas we will be exploring are:
Who are you as the father and why does that matter?
What would be useful to know about our children’s mother and why?
& Why is having a fatherhood philosophy important to you?
I hope that this brief explanation will make you feel curious enough to schedule a free 15-minute consultation with me.
Whether you are a father at 18 or 81, with one or multiple children, I can help you explore the complexities of your unique reality. Whether it’s trouble at work, dealing with the loss of a loved one or simply tackling the insanely huge responsibility of being a good dad. I’m here to counsel you through the stresses and help you to come through it a stronger father figure.
Fathers, like anyone else, can experience mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, or trauma. Therapy can provide support and tools to cope with these challenges.
Fatherhood comes with its own set of challenges, including navigating relationships with children, co-parenting, dealing with behavioral issues, or adjusting to new roles and responsibilities. Therapy can offer guidance and support in these areas.
Fathers may face difficulties in their relationships with their partners, children, or other family members. Therapy can help address communication problems, conflicts, or other issues within these relationships.
Balancing the demands of work and family life can be stressful for fathers. Therapy can provide strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, and prioritizing responsibilities.
Fathers may experience grief and loss due to various reasons such as the death of a loved one, divorce, or separation. Therapy can offer a safe space to process emotions and cope with these losses.
Therapy can be beneficial for anyone seeking self-improvement and personal growth. Fathers may use therapy as a tool for self-exploration, understanding themselves better, and making positive changes in their lives.
Some fathers may have experienced trauma or abuse in their past, which can impact their mental health and relationships. Therapy can help address these issues and promote healing.
Fathers may experience stress from various sources such as work, financial pressures, or family responsibilities. Therapy can provide techniques for managing stress and improving overall well-being.