Therapy For New Fathers Archives - Justin Lioi, LCSW - Brooklyn, NY
“Touched Out” After Having a Baby

“Touched Out” After Having a Baby

I was interviewed by the website Fatherly regarding how dads are managing with partners who tell them they are “touched out” and are not ready for physical intimacy. It’s a challenging dynamic for both parents. For dads who are getting this...
Feeling Trapped by Fatherhood

Feeling Trapped by Fatherhood

There are basically two acceptable feelings regarding children: 1. “I am ecstatically happy! This is the greatest thing that has ever happened to me! What a blessing!” and 2. “It’s so hard, so hard. I never sleep anymore. This is the most difficult job ever!” Well,...
[VIDEO] Raising a Shame-Free Child

[VIDEO] Raising a Shame-Free Child

TRANSCRIPTION: Fathers today are still often thought of as secondary caregivers. Often in therapy I have to ask about my client’s dads because their mothers are so prominent. But dads, no matter what, have a strong impact on us. And those of you watching who are dads...
5 Tips for Parenting After a Loss

5 Tips for Parenting After a Loss

Grief can be all consuming. When you need to also be a dad to your children. Parenting after a loss can feel impossible. Plus, we know that men traditionally are taught to hold in their emotions, we try to fix problems for everyone else, and we downplay what...
Video: Paternal Post-Partum Depression

Video: Paternal Post-Partum Depression

We’re seeing more and more that depression often shows up differently for men than it does for women. While we’ve gotten better at supporting women who are suffering from Post Partum Depression, studies are showing that more fathers are also showing signs...
Depression & the New Dad

Depression & the New Dad

While men and dads don’t like to think about it, it’s true that many men get depressed (much more than report it). It’s difficult to take in. It’s not something most of us want to be connected with. Anxiety is a bit better for some. It somehow feels...