April 17, 2025 | Better Than Bitter™ Divorce Podcast
The Apology That Never Came: Finding Closure Without It
By Dr. Gary McClain
In this episode of the Better Than Bitter podcast, Tania Leichliter and Dr. Gary McClain discuss the complexities of navigating divorce, focusing on the importance of closure, emotional healing, and the role of pain in the process. They explore how to embrace life after divorce, the significance of connection and support, and the challenges of loneliness. The conversation also touches on financial independence post-divorce and the empowerment that comes from self-forgiveness and courage. Key takeaways include the need to let go of the desire for apologies and the importance of effective communication in relationships.
December 7, 2024 | CEOWorld Magazine
Your Employees are Reacting to World Events: What This Means for You
By Dr. Gary McClain
The world is a very troubled place right now. Maybe it always is in one way or another. However, it seems especially troubled right now. As a mental health professional, I can say with certainty that I speak with someone every day about the emotions the current world situation is bringing up for them, as well as what it means for their performance at work. I also recently published a book on finding closure, and this is a topic we also often discuss....
September 2024 | Indian Management
Falling Into the Love Trap at Work
By Dr. Gary McClain
In my role as a mental health professional and relationship coach, often working in a corporate environment, I speak with individuals from hourly wage jobs to entry-level professionals to seasoned executives. They talk with me about issues that commonly arise in the work environment, such as toxic bosses and co-workers, lack of promotional opportunities, frustration with changes that are being thrust upon them, and other issues. And during these conversations, a question often emerges: “Can’t I get an explanation? An apology? A promise? Can’t I get closure?”...
October 3, 2024 | #TimTalk
The Power of Closure with Gary McClain
A Conversation with Timothy Hughes
“If only I could get some closure…” If you’ve found yourself saying these words, you’re not alone. When you’ve lost a relationship, a job, or a loved one, closure can seem as elusive as it is necessary. In this conversation, I talk with Psychotherapist and relationship coach Gary McClain about his book and how we can try and get closure or understand that maybe the best policy is to walk away.
September 9, 2024 | Investor's Business Daily
Closure Opens Up Opportunities At Work And Home
By Michael Mink
Featuring Dr. Gary McClain
You've suffered a devastating job loss or business failure. A romance ends suddenly and traumatically. There is a dispute with a family member or a friend. Time passes but the pain and frustration doesn't. It is only human to want closure. "We want to know why," said Gary McClain. He's a psychotherapist who wrote "The Power of Closure." "We want to be heard, understood and find a way forward..."
August 6, 2024 | The Guardian
I want closure – but do I have a hope of ever getting it?
By Elle Hunt
Featuring Dr. Gary McClain
It’s tempting to believe that if we could speak our piece, we’d be able to accept our situation and move on. My friend Roisin has written an email for her ex. It’s good: funny, open, kind. She writes that she feels bad about how they ended things, and wants to extend an olive branch. Roisin wants to know if I think she should send it. “Is this a terrible idea?” she asks. I answer honestly: I’m not sure it’s a good idea...
July 31, 2024 | well+good
5 Ways to Stop Ruminating After a Breakup (Because You Deserve to Move On)
By Erin Bunch & Lauren Harano
Featuring Dr. Gary McClain
here’s no doubt about it: breakups are hard to get through—sometimes even completely devastating. They can be one of the most challenging experiences to navigate, often leaving people trapped in a whirlwind of emotions and persistent, obsessive thoughts. This phenomenon, known as rumination, involves repetitively thinking about the same distressing events or feelings, according to a 2022 study in The British Journal of Clinical Psychology1; in this case, a breakup...
July 15, 2024 | TIME
Why We Stay in Jobs We Love to Hate
Guest Article by Dr. Gary McClain
In the discussions I have with my clients regarding their feelings about their jobs, a range of factors have emerged that have a direct influence on how we feel about the places we work. Factors that lead to hating one’s job include bad managers, overwork, boredom, stress, lack of balance, difficult co-workers, office politics, lack of adequate compensation, lack of growth—the list goes on...
July 9, 2024 | WMT-AM, Cedar Rapids, IA
The Morning Show with Doug Wagner
With host Doug Wagner
THE POWER OF CLOSURE: Why We Want It, How to Get It, and When to Walk Away. Psychotherapist Gary McClain fills in the gaps, defines what closure is and is not, the reasons for wanting it – some healthy, some not so healthy – and discusses concrete steps people can take to seek it in productive and meaningful ways.
June 21, 2024 | CareerCast
University of Chicago Booth School of Business CareerCast
With host Anita Brick
The CareerCast at Chicago Booth presents an insightful discussion on "Strategies for Overcoming Unexpected Career Challenges," featuring Gary McClain, psychotherapist, relationship coach, and educator, specializing in working with adults in transition. He is the author of "The Power of Closure." This episode delves into the various obstacles that professionals may encounter in their careers and offers practical strategies for navigating and overcoming these challenges. Gary McClain brings his expertise and unique perspective to the conversation and will provide valuable insights and actionable advice for individuals facing unexpected career hurdles. Whether it's dealing with setbacks, transitions, or professional roadblocks, this CareerCast can equip you with the tools and mindset needed to thrive in the face of adversity.
June 19, 2024 | WIND-AM Chicago
Get Down To Business
With host Scott "Shalom" Klein
Join Scott "Shalom" Klein each week and get down to business! An avid networker and dedicated entrepreneur, Shalom will share the advice you need, the strategies that work and the stories of success to help you with both business and jobs.