John C Carr

Currently seeing clients over Zoom. When face to face are permitted I will see people on Newbury St. I specialize in supporting men and fathers as they strive to become the best version of themselves. I tend to work with a lot of new fathers who happen to be former athletes. My background as a former high school and college athlete seems to serve our connection. My training as a therapist with a specialty in parenting, anger management and spiritual issues also informs how I work. The men who come see me want to channel their aggression in a healthier way and are incredibly self reliant and often have a hard time asking for help. Men tend to be less inclined to seek out therapy because it implies that they are weak and struggling. I actually see it as a sign of strength and courage to take responsibility for what’s not working. My job is to create a safe space where men can look at the hard stuff and expect to be supported and challenged. Looking at what is hard is not fun, my primary