LGBTQ affirming associate marriage and family therapist specializing in relationship issues, gay men Contact me today to schedule a free 20 minute consultation!
I am an openly gay therapist who is passionate about helping couples improve their relationships and working with the LGBT community to be their authentic selves. By working at a deeper level, I aim to help individuals, couples, and families to develop a more intimate understanding of themselves and their relationships. In addition to completing my Masters from Brandman/Chapman University, I also
09/09/2021
Do you ever catch yourself trying to tell others how they should treat you only to find those requests ignored? Being assertive isn’t just about asking for what you need. It’s also about telling yourself what YOU will do if a boundary is crossed (end the conversation, give self permission to not engage, etc). That’s something where you have control!
04/27/2021
Too often men (especially gay men) experience an intense pressure to be perfect. Have the perfect job, perfect life, perfect looks etc. This unrealistic standard is over-rated. Let’s redefine what being a “perfect man” means. What do you see as being a “perfect”man of integrity?
03/10/2021
Do you struggle with feeling secure in your relationships? There is an opening in my LGBT relationship support group. Contact me if interested in learning more.
12/31/2020
As the new year approaches, consider what boundaries you might want to set with others and yourself. How do you want to show up in 2021?
11/19/2020
It’s easy to compare our worth with the “window dressing” of others. Remember that what is shown is not always as it appears. You have a unique story with personal trials you have had to overcome. You are worthy because you are human!
08/16/2020
All parts must be welcomed (and valued)... internally and externally. 💕
07/28/2020
Interesting article regarding gender roles in gay/lesbian relationships!
What Straight Husbands Can Learn From Gay Husbands The partners who learn to yield—who convey respect for their spouses’ opinions—are the ones with the happiest marriages.
03/30/2020
Open Hearts is now being offered online! Navigating relationships can be exceptionally difficult with everything going on at the present moment. The group covers what healthy relationships look like and how our love patterns can get us stuck. Plus we discuss tools on how to strengthen the relationship within yourself! Open to all genders and orientations.
03/26/2020
This is a trying time for many. Don’t forget to give yourself permission to laugh!