This blog from Roots breaks down clear signs that therapy is working, from feeling truly understood to seeing changes in how you respond to life. Learn why sticking with the process, building honest relationships with your therapist, and finding clarity are key indicators of progress. Explore how our relational approach supports meaningful growth beyond the therapy room.

Watching your teenager navigate therapy can stir up a lot of emotions—pride, worry, curiosity, and maybe a little nervousness. First, take a moment to recognize what a big step this is. Supporting your teen in therapy means you’re showing up for their emotional health in a way that matters deeply. That’s no small thing, and it’s worth acknowledging.

But then what?

Men struggle a lot with connection - to each other, to their kids, and their partners. Men tend to move towards productivity for worth and to avoid this burden, rather than moving towards themselves.

If you are asking the question of whether to bring your child in for therapy, let’s begin with acknowledging your care and concern as a parent. There isn’t a hard-and-fast rule on how to answer this question, but we have a few thoughts that should help guide your decision.

There is an invisible load that women often carry in relationships, and it has a huge impact on connection between partners. Mutual influence is a key to success, and learning to recognize this invisible labor is a part of that work.

It’s not just about their expertise. A genuine connection and understanding of you, as well as some direction for the work together are vital aspects to a good therapeutic fit that leads to the change you want.