Meet Aldo Oluoch Olunya, a counselling psychologist who’s been walking with people through their pain, purpose, and personal growth since 2018. With deep experience in emotional regulation, anger management, and men’s mental health, Aldo brings calm clarity to some of life’s most complex emotions.
In this episode of Just To Kick It Is A Blessing, we dive into what therapy really looks like, the mental burden carried by the boy child, and how men can heal emotionally, without shame. Aldo shares insights from years of clinical work and opens up about why even therapists need therapy.
Whether you're navigating pain, seeking clarity, or just trying to better understand yourself or others, this conversation will stay with you.
00:00 – Intro
02:08 – Why Psychology? What Drew You To The Field?
03:10 – What Exactly Is Therapy?
03:51 – Lessons From The Therapist's Chair
04:40 – Why Therapists Go For Therapy Too
06:46 – Are We Oversharing With Friends & Family?
09:05 – What’s Pressing The Boy Child Most Today?
11:22 – Do Boys & Girls Come To Therapy With Different Problems?
15:31 – The Weight That Lifts When You Speak Out
17:12 – How Do You Deal With Deep Resentment?
19:09 – Early Warning Signs In Boys Struggling Mentally
21:17 – Why Present Fathers (Or Father Figures) Matter
24:58 – The Beautiful Yet Brutal Journey To Self-Awareness
27:24 – Therapy Isn’t Always A Pretty Process
29:40 – How Should We Rethink The Way Boys Are Raised?
34:18 – How Can Men Be Better Friends To Each Other?
35:25 – Pop Psychology: Helpful or Harmful?
38:02 – The Danger of Dopamine Addiction
42:00 - Why Do I Battle Anxiety?