Gay Therapy La - Ken Howard, LCSW - Psychotherapy and Coaching for Gay Men

Gay Therapy La - Ken Howard, LCSW - Psychotherapy and Coaching for Gay Men Licensed psychotherapist, AASECT Certified S*x Therapist, and life/relationship coach specializing i from 2012-2021.

Ken Howard, LCSW, CST is a licensed psychotherapist, AASECT Certified S*x Therapist, and life/business/relationship coach, specializing in gay men -- individuals and couples -- with over 29 years experience. He was also an Adjunct Associate Professor with the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, teaching courses in advanced Clinical Practice in psychotherapy, Couples Therapy, and LGBT Issues. He is available for in-person and online counseling/psychotherapy sessions in West Hollywood, national and international coaching, phone appointments, we**am appointments, speaking engagements, and organizational consulting.

From Obama to Trump, the political whiplash has left deep marks on gay men’s mental health. In this episode, Ken Howard,...
09/05/2025

From Obama to Trump, the political whiplash has left deep marks on gay men’s mental health. In this episode, Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, unpacks minority stress, cultural backlash, and how we can build resilience in a divided America.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

How have politics shaped your mental health journey? Share your thoughts below.

"If it’s hysterical, it’s historical."Growing up in an alcoholic household may have shaped everything from your intimacy...
09/03/2025

"If it’s hysterical, it’s historical."

Growing up in an alcoholic household may have shaped everything from your intimacy to your self-worth—especially for gay men living at the intersection of ACA and LGBTQ experiences. In this blog + podcast episode, we explore how past patterns still show up today—and how therapy and coaching can help you break free and build a new narrative.

🧵 If you’ve ever felt hypervigilant, people-pleasing, or distrustful in relationships—this one’s for you.

Tap the link in bio to listen 🎧

💬 Share your thoughts below—or DM for support.

From Invisible to Seen: The Cinderella Syndrome for Gay MenEver felt like you went from the awkward outsider to finally ...
09/02/2025

From Invisible to Seen: The Cinderella Syndrome for Gay Men

Ever felt like you went from the awkward outsider to finally being “seen” in the gay world—only to wonder what happens when the glow-up fades?

Ken Howard, LCSW, CST unpacks the “Cinderella Syndrome,” the transformation many gay men experience, and why true self-worth has to outlast midnight.

💬 Has your own “Cinderella moment” changed the way you see yourself?

🔗 Read & listen: GayTherapyLA.com/blog
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Getting older as a gay man isn't just about crow's feet or shifting waistlines—it's about how the world sees (or doesn't...
08/29/2025

Getting older as a gay man isn't just about crow's feet or shifting waistlines—it's about how the world sees (or doesn't see) you. But aging doesn’t mean disappearing. It means evolving.

In his new blog and podcast, Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, gets radically honest about erotic aging—how gay men can stay connected to desire, dignity, and their right to be seen as s*xual beings.

We break down body image, ageism, s*x apps, visibility, and how therapy or coaching can help you reclaim the parts of yourself that culture tries to erase.

🔗 Read more at GayTherapyLA.com: https://buff.ly/Crrnh3W

🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts: “Gay Therapy LA”

S*x addiction” isn’t a DSM diagnosis—and for many gay men it’s been a shame‑based detour away from real healing. My new ...
08/28/2025

S*x addiction” isn’t a DSM diagnosis—and for many gay men it’s been a shame‑based detour away from real healing. My new post breaks down why CSAT-style models can harm, and what to use instead (OCSB, s*xual‑health frameworks, harm reduction).

Read + discuss at GayTherapyLA.com.

Have you ever encountered therapy that felt more like policing than healing? How did it impact you?
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For many gay men, grief isn’t just about one person—it’s about an entire era, identity, and future you imagined together...
08/27/2025

For many gay men, grief isn’t just about one person—it’s about an entire era, identity, and future you imagined together.
Being a gay widower can feel invisible. But your grief is real, and it deserves space.

Ken Howard, LCSW, CST explores what healing looks like when the world doesn’t always recognize your loss.

💬 Comment: What support do you wish more gay widowers had?

🔗 Read and listen at GayTherapyLA.com

Trauma recovery isn’t about hype or quick fixes—it’s about healing with evidence-based tools that actually work.In this ...
08/27/2025

Trauma recovery isn’t about hype or quick fixes—it’s about healing with evidence-based tools that actually work.

In this week’s podcast, I talk about why approaches like CBT and Narrative Therapy help gay men move beyond shame, grief, and rejection, and toward resilience and connection.

🎧 Listen now: Gay Men Healing from Trauma: Why Substance Matters More Than Hype (wherever you get your podcasts).

What’s one tool or practice that’s helped you feel stronger after a tough experience?

Unlock your confidence and embrace your s*xuality with expert guidance from Ken Howard, LCSW, CST. Whether you're single...
08/25/2025

Unlock your confidence and embrace your s*xuality with expert guidance from Ken Howard, LCSW, CST. Whether you're single, partnered, kinky, vanilla—this course offers practical tools and mindset shifts for empowered s*xual self‑assurance.

✨ Learn how to:
• Shift from insecurity to comfort in your body
• Express your desires with clarity
• Discover and attract your ideal partner

Built specifically for gay men by a gay-affirmative s*x therapist with 30+ years experience.

🎯 Ready to feel confident and fulfilled? Enroll now via https://bit.ly/gayself

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If you read just one self-help book this year, let it be Self-Empowerment: Have the Life You Want! by Ken Howard, LCSW, ...
08/22/2025

If you read just one self-help book this year, let it be Self-Empowerment: Have the Life You Want! by Ken Howard, LCSW, CST.

Think of it as your “portable therapist” — helping you bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be in your mental health, career, relationships, finances, and more.

Start building the life you deserve today.

🔗 Get your copy here: https://bit.ly/gaylabook

What’s one area of your life you’d most like to feel more empowered in this year?

Ready to turn your dream into a thriving business? 🚀Join “Starting Your Own Business: A Guide for Gay Male Entrepreneurs...
08/22/2025

Ready to turn your dream into a thriving business? 🚀

Join “Starting Your Own Business: A Guide for Gay Male Entrepreneurs” — a 9‑chapter, video‑based course by Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, designed specifically for gay men who want autonomy, confidence, and real-world startup tools.

Learn mindset strategies + practical steps so you can stop working for others and build a business that aligns with YOU.

Enrollment includes self‑empowerment exercises, passion‑to‑plan modules, and networking guidance tailored to gay male entrepreneurs.

🔗 Take the first step here: https://bit.ly/gaystart

👇 Tag a friend who’s ready to make the leap 👇

When therapists claim to be “welcoming to all” but secretly hold non-affirming beliefs, LGBTQ+ clients pay the price. Th...
08/20/2025

When therapists claim to be “welcoming to all” but secretly hold non-affirming beliefs, LGBTQ+ clients pay the price. This isn’t just poor practice — it’s an ethical failure with real consequences.

Our new blog + podcast breaks down the signs of non-affirming therapy, the harm it causes, and what clients and parents can do to protect themselves.

👉 Have you ever had to “read between the lines” with a provider?

🔗 Read + listen here: GayTherapyLA.com

“S*x addiction” isn’t a DSM diagnosis—and for many gay men it’s been a shame‑based detour away from real healing. My new...
08/19/2025

“S*x addiction” isn’t a DSM diagnosis—and for many gay men it’s been a shame‑based detour away from real healing. My new post breaks down why CSAT-style models can harm, and what to use instead (OCSB, s*xual‑health frameworks, harm reduction). Read + discuss at GayTherapyLA.com.

Have you ever encountered therapy that felt more like policing than healing? How did it impact you?

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Ken Howard, LCSW, is a gay therapist (Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW #LCS18290 in California) who has been a specialist in serving gay men and gay male couples in therapy and life/career/business coaching for over 27 years. He is also on the faculty of the Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work at USC, teaching courses in advanced Clinical Practice in psychotherapy, Couples Therapy, and LGBT Psycho-Social-Political Issues. He is available for in-person counseling/psychotherapy sessions at his office in Los Angeles/West Hollywood (near San Vicente and Sixth), coaching, and phone/we**am sessions anywhere in the United States and all over the world, as well as being available for speaking engagements, corporate training, and organizational consulting.