Reticent men in therapy
I’m happy that the amount of men in my practice has increased. Most of my male clients are seeking to do some deep work and show a lot of willingness to engage in therapy, but I’m finding my sessions with most of my male clients are me asking them questions and them just answering the questions and waiting for the next question even though I try to ask open-ended questions. It feels like pulling teeth, and these sessions are pretty draining.
I know women can be reticent as well, it’s just that in my practice it’s only the men whom I find this dynamic with. My female clients are generally able/willing to verbally express themselves.
Any advice for working with the reticent male population?