
Psychotherapy for Gay Men:
Healing, Growth, and Self-Acceptance
I work with professional gay men in West Hollywood and virtually throughout California who want to understand themselves more fully. Many of the men I see are outwardly successful but carry shame, self-doubt, or an ongoing sense of being too much or not enough. This often plays out in relationships, dating patterns, people pleasing, or coping through work, sex, or substances. I work best with men who are open to honesty, self-reflection, and taking an active role in their growth. In our work, we make sense of patterns rather than judge them. I also specialize in religious trauma, particularly for gay men from religious backgrounds.
I'm author of the APA award-winning Raising LGBTQ Allies and write for Psychology Today. I help gay men live authentically and build fulfilling relationships. Therapy with me is collaborative—we'll explore how past experiences shaped you and help you live according to your values, not others' expectations. My second book, Becoming Worthy, comes out in 2027.
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Areas of Expertise: ​​
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Struggling with relationships and self-worth
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Healing from religious trauma or family challenges
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Managing anxiety, self-doubt, and coping habits
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Building confidence and living authentically
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Navigating identity, self-acceptance, and spirituality
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How We Work Together​​
In our work together, we’ll explore patterns and experiences that may be influencing your thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. Through this process, we'll gain insight into past experiences that may be impacting your present life. My role is to help you make sense of these patterns, uncovering deeper understanding to foster meaningful, lasting change.​​​
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Fees & Insurance
I am an out-of-network therapist. Upon request, I’m happy to provide a monthly superbill for submission to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Background & Training​
Chris Tompkins is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#158578) based in Los Angeles, California. He earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University with a specialization in LGBTQ Affirmative Psychology.​


I began my psychotherapy training at The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology, where I completed Levels I and II of the Narrative Focused Trauma Care certificate through the Allender Center. I completed my clinical training at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, where I continued developing my work as an LGBTQ-affirming psychotherapist.
I invite you to contact me to schedule an initial consultation at Info@ARoadTripToLove.com or (323) 484-3985.
