
Psychotherapy for Gay Men:
Healing, Growth, and Self-Acceptance
I work with gay men and couples in West Hollywood and virtually throughout California. The men I see come to therapy for different reasons — some are dealing with religious trauma, loneliness, or relationships that don't feel quite right. Some have spent years being who they needed to be and are only now beginning to ask who they actually are. Others feel like their life looks fine on paper but something still feels missing. What they share is a desire to manage daily stressors, find more happiness, and gain self-worth. Therapy with me is collaborative and honest. The goal is lasting change in how you see yourself.
I'm the Founder of A Road Trip to Love Therapy and author of the APA award-winning book Raising LGBTQ Allies. I help gay men understand themselves more fully and feel better in their relationships and daily life. In our work together, we'll look at patterns and how your past informs your present. My second book, Becoming Worthy, comes out in 2027.
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Areas of Expertise: ​​
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Relationships and self-worth
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Religious trauma and family challenges
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Anxiety, self-doubt, and people-pleasing
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Identity, self-acceptance, and spirituality
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Shame, internalized homophobia, substance use
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How We Work Together​​
In our work together, we'll look at patterns and how your past informs your present. My role is to be an honest and collaborative partner in your growth.
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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.
