Pints With Aquinas Is "Therapy Culture" Toxic? (Dr. Gerry Crete) | Ep. 541
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Sep 17, 2025 
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Gerry Crete, a licensed therapist and trauma specialist, explores the complexities of therapy culture. He discusses how therapy has emerged in our increasingly lonely society and critiques its potential to overshadow spiritual practices. Dr. Crete explains the significance of parts work in trauma healing, emphasizing personal responsibility. He also offers practical advice on selecting therapists, parenting boundaries, and the unique strengths of those on the autism spectrum, making for a thought-provoking dialogue.
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Hold Responsibility While Healing Parts
- Repentance requires personal responsibility; don't excuse sin as 'my part made me do it.'
- Use parts work to bring wounded parts into reconciliation, then take moral responsibility.
Gentle Restoration Works Better Than Shame
- Practice gentle self-restoration rather than harsh self-condemnation to enable change.
- Gentleness toward wounded parts opens people to correction and lasting transformation.
Balance Respect And Truth With Trans Clients
- With transgender-identifying clients, use their chosen name and neutral pronouns when needed to preserve therapeutic rapport.
- Ask why affirmation matters to them and prioritize mental-health goals without endorsing ideology.
