I specialize in LGBTQ affirmative psychology with a primary focus on adult gay menI also specialize in working with people who specifically want spirituality to be a resource in their therapyUse various therapeutic modalities to enhance treatment efficacy, including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, LGBTQ Affirmative Psychology, Humanistic Therapy, Client-centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Positive Psychology Use a combination of both western and eastern philosophies in therapeutic approachPresent case-conceptualizations and treatment plans in one-on-one weekly supervision meetings

I write a blog on Psychology Today to help mental health professionals best support LGBTQ clients called, “LGBTQ Affirmative Psychology.”

DEI consulting, public speaking, mental health, and coaching services. My mission on A Road Trip to Love is to help people heal past pain to gain a greater sense of purpose, self-acceptance, and belonging.Visit www.aroadtriptolove.com to learn more.

Lead facilitator for Southern California youth development program.Helped create, develop, and train staff on new and existing social-emotional learning curriculum.Curricula included: Emotional regulation, conflict resolution, social/communication skills, grief support, mindfulness, anti-bullying, diversity and inclusion, and confidence building.

While serving as a freelance Account Executive with OutThink Partners:Work directly with client accounts developing diversity marketing efforts through advertising campaigns, non-profit support, public relations and social media efforts, and cross-promotional marketing opportunities to increase sales and brand awareness within an important niche marketHelp develop and implement targeted, strategic outreach programs specializing in both travel and tourism and the gay and lesbian marketImplement client programs, including materials creation, event production, event staffing and follow-up, social media marketing and online marketingCreate event concepts, manage and produce eventsLeverage public relations and develop strong relationships with LGBT and travel mediaParticipate in idea generation, creative development and new business developmentClients include: LAN Airlines, LA Tourism, TURESPANA (the Tourism Bureau of Spain), Jumeirah Essex House, Grand Wailea, MAGNET Tours, Concierge Travel, Island House Key West, Union Bank, Vetted SolutionsWhile serving as a freelance consultant providing marketing and communications consulting services to Los Angeles-based organizations, both in the public and private sector:Develop marketing and communications materials, including press releases, presentations, newsletters, plans, and collateralCreate and implement social media marketing and online marketing strategies Create event concepts, manage and produce eventsMedia relations activities including media list development, media pitching and follow-upClients include: sbe, Barry’s Bootcamp, Outfest Film Festival, Blue Flame Resources

Developed and managed annual membership budget of $940,000Helped develop and coordinate 12 direct marketing campaigns, including telemarketing, e-marketing and direct mail with GLAAD’s direct marketing agencyAchieved 94% of budget within first 6 months of employment for all national membership recruitment eventsPlanned and executed more than 15 special promotional events to increase GLAAD-brand visibility nationwideHelped identify lack of processes within first 6 months of employment that helped to salvage more than 700 members, valued at $28,000Responsible for hiring, supervising and training all membership staff and interns

Oversaw Southern Arizona district which includes a budget of $650,000Met and exceeded 2006 budget by more than 112% in first year at MDABecame #11 ranked district office in 2007 of 210 in the nation in second year at MDA, based on % of budget achieved and dollars raised over 2006 Oversaw more than 50 major fundraising programs and events with local and national sponsorsCreated and implemented 3 year business plan for entire district; increasing revenue in all areasProduced and directed local Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon Oversaw client services and programs for more than 900 local familiesOversaw volunteer recruitment and management of a network of more than 2,000 volunteers in ArizonaResponsible for hiring, supervising, training and providing reviews for all district office staff

Helped establish start-up company as one of the leading Therapeutic Boarding Schools in the nation, with a one year growth-rate of more than 100%Responsible for the design and implementation of company’s marketing strategyGenerated over 100+ referrals annually from trade show presentations, conferences and meetings nationwideDeveloped promotional materials, brand image and websiteResearched and targeted high potential referral sources and developed business plan to build strong referral networks, including visits with clinicians, directors, consultants and other industry professionalsProven marketing results with program operating at capacity within first year of operation, with a waiting list

Trained more than 120 sales people in international division, covering both the US and MexicoWorked to strengthen company’s international sales through internal and external marketing strategiesAssisted in logistical operations of cross-border synergy between the US and MexicoCoordinated project that transported machinery between 3 countries: Argentina, Mexico, and the USEnsured customer service and satisfaction was afforded highest attention and priorityLearned Hispanic market and the cultural differences of conducting business in MexicoEnsured all training documents and materials were translated successfully into English and Spanish

Planned, executed and launched 13th annual, 63-day, 3,900 mile cycling trek from San Francisco, CA to Washington, DC raising funds and awareness for people with disabilitiesMet and exceeded 2000 budget by 102%Helped raise more than $100,000 through securing national sponsorships and team fundraising effortsProvided leadership to 36-member cycling team Responsible for media relations, resulting in coverage in national media outlets Coordinated dignitary outreach efforts securing multiple national proclamation dedications