A Geek Therapy session is entirely unique to each and every person. To begin, you’ll discuss and go over your favorite media, such as tv/anime, movies, video games, tabletop games, etc. From there, you and the counselor will explore ways to bring that into the counseling space and draw connections between your interests and your life. This can be done in a variety of ways, such as playing a journaling RPG together, building out your perfect world in Minecraft or creating D&D characters that represent different aspects of you or watching media together. Think of it as doing what you love to do for fun with someone else who occasionally drops in connections that tie it into your life.

Do you find yourself frequently daydreaming about what it’d be like if you lived in your favorite book series? Or how life would be different if you had superpowers and magic? Maybe talking to others about your feelings directly feels too intimidating and scary. Then Geek Therapy may be right for you! Through discussing your special interests, we create a safe space for you to process and grow at your own pace while making it fun.

Geek Therapy can support you in various ways and various methods! It’s all about what your goals are and what works best for you. The balance between geek and therapy is tailored to you and your needs. For example, an individual who is looking to explore their identity can talk about different characters they identify with and how those narratives resonate with their personal experiences. This is a powerful tool for self-enquiry, identity exploration, and empowerment. Additionally, Geek Therapy can support individuals who are looking for support in their interpersonal relationships by offering an affirming and supportive space to build skills through shared interests.

Yay! We’re so glad you made it here. Lance Madow, MS, APC, NCC (he/they) is our geek therapy expert. Lance loves to practice Geek Therapy, where you use fantasy and play to work through what brings you to counseling, often utilizing games, creating Dungeons and Dragons characters, or discussing themes in your favorite cartoon/anime. In addition, Lance is receiving training in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy, which is the gold standard for working with anxiety and OCD. Scroll down to get in touch.