Jon,

I had a couple of thoughts. One is that when you were growing up were you stifled by one or both parents when you wanted to say something, so you just kept it in and did not say anything? These habits and behaviors we can pick up on as children are really coping/survival techniques that fill a purpose at one time, but do not help as an adult.

Also, have you thought of writing your therapist a short note telling him that you have all of the answers but are reluctant to talk because you are uncomfortable. That could be a way to open a dialogue with him.

I believe you should definitely forage ahead with the therapy as you are just on the edge of making some wonderful discoveries. I wish you the best.