I started going to therapy about four or five years ago when I was experiencing a lot of stress at work, prompted by my board member Brad Feld, who emphasizes the importance of mental well-being for high performance.

There's a lot of myth about therapy; many people wait until a crisis occurs, which is like trying to find a cure when the disease is already advanced, making it much harder to address.

We often feel a stigma around therapy, leading people to wait until their situation is dire before seeking help, which can create bigger problems in the long run.

Therapy isn't just about recovering from negative experiences; it can also help maintain an optimal state, which is essential for entrepreneurs and CEOs.

Currently, I'm seeing a personal therapist for the first time, shifting from using therapy solely for CEO coaching to exploring my emotional responses and reactions to various topics.

In CEO coaching, I focus on understanding what prevents me from making difficult decisions and seeing the necessary perspectives to keep my company moving forward.

On a personal level, I'm examining my behaviors that indicate avoidance of uncomfortable problems and identifying what drives me towards constructive actions, like reading and writing.

A mantra I often hear from my coaches is 'so what?', which encourages me to assess the reality of a situation and determine actionable steps to address it.

Therapy helps you manage your emotions and focus on your situation calmly, allowing you to explore available options without reacting emotionally.

To effectively use therapy for managing depression, you must be honest about your current state; if you're in denial, your therapist can't help you.

Being clear about your feelings, whether it's depression or just sadness, is crucial in therapy, as it allows for honest conversations that can lead to better support.

Understanding your personal motivations, even in a work context, is important; if your goal is to make money, acknowledge it, and if it makes you uncomfortable, discuss that too.

Investing in therapy or coaching is not just a personal expense; it can significantly improve your mental and emotional well-being, leading to a high return on investment.

As an investor and board member, I recommend spending money on therapy or coaching, as the benefits and ROI from improved mental health are substantial.