Therapy for Successful Gay Men Ready for Their Next Chapter
Whether you’re struggling with dating, relationships, anxiety, career pressure, or loneliness despite your success, I help gay men create deeper relationships, greater confidence, and lives that feel authentic, not just successful.
David Strah, Psychotherapy is a gay-owned, LGBTQ-affirming therapy practice in Los Angeles, CA. David Strah, M.A., LMFT #114637 is an openly gay therapist and licensed marriage and family therapist offering gay therapy, LGBTQ therapy, gay couples counseling, and specialized support for gay dads and same-sex families. Located at 321 N. Larchmont Blvd, Suite 808, Los Angeles, with telehealth available throughout California. Call (917) 922-2650 to schedule your free consultation.
You Don't Need More Success. You Need More Fulfillment.
You’ve built a successful career. Friends think you have it all together. Yet dating feels exhausting, relationships haven’t turned out the way you hoped, or happiness still feels just out of reach. My goal is to help you not only heal, but transform your life through a compassionate, personalized, and transformative therapeutic experience.
Your First Consultation With a Gay Therapist Is Free
Not sure if therapy is the right fit? David Strah, LMFT offers a complimentary consultation for new clients. Share what you are going through, ask questions, and decide if working together feels right. No commitment required. Available by phone or video for LGBTQ individuals and couples across Los Angeles and California.
Limited weekly consultation slots available. Call today to reserve yours.
David Strah, Psychotherapy is a gay-owned LGBTQ therapy practice serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding communities including West Hollywood, Silver Lake, Echo Park, and the broader Eastside and Westside. David Strah, M.A., LMFT #114637 is one of Los Angeles’s most recognized gay male therapists, with more than a decade of clinical experience and a specialization in LGBTQ therapy, gay couples counseling, and gay dads support.
David brings something most therapists cannot offer: lived experience. As an openly gay man and adoptive gay father, he understands the interior reality of queer identity, same-sex relationships, and LGBTQ family life. You will never have to explain your world from scratch. His psychodynamic and narrative approach helps clients identify the root causes of what is keeping them stuck and rewrite the next chapter on their own terms.
Seeing clients in person at 321 N. Larchmont Blvd, Suite 808 in Los Angeles and via telehealth throughout California, David is a published author (Gay Dads: A Celebration of Fatherhood, Penguin/Putnam), a Psychology Today verified provider, and a trained EMDR therapist. He is widely regarded as one of the best gay male therapists in Los Angeles for individuals, couples, and families.
Gay Therapy and LGBTQ Counseling Services in Los Angeles
Gay Therapy and Individual LGBTQ Counseling in Los Angeles
One-on-one gay therapy for LGBTQ adults in Los Angeles navigating anxiety, depression, identity, coming out, and life transitions. David uses psychodynamic and narrative approaches to help you understand what is beneath the surface and move toward a life that actually fits who you are. In-person and telehealth available.
Gay Couples Counseling and LGBTQ Couples Therapy in Los Angeles
Specialized gay couples counseling and LGBTQ couples counseling for partners ready to rebuild trust, communication, and connection. David understands the unique dynamics of same-sex relationships and brings both clinical expertise and personal lived experience to every session. In-person in Los Angeles and online statewide.
LGBTQ Family and Teen Therapy in Los Angeles
Affirming therapy for LGBTQ teenagers and their families navigating identity development, communication breakdowns, and the unique challenges of queer family life. David creates a safe space where teens feel genuinely heard and families can work through what is hard together. Serving Los Feliz, Culver City, Pasadena, and beyond.
EMDR Trauma Therapy for LGBTQ Clients in Los Angeles
Evidence-based EMDR therapy for LGBTQ individuals carrying trauma rooted in identity rejection, family rupture, discrimination, or past relationships. EMDR helps the brain reprocess what it could not fully digest at the time. David is a trained EMDR therapist serving gay, queer, and transgender clients in Los Angeles and via telehealth.
LGBTQ-Affirmative Therapy With a Gay Male Therapist in Los Angeles
True LGBTQ-affirmative therapy means your identity is never the problem. As an openly gay male therapist in Los Angeles, David Strah offers a space where LGBTQ+ clients can show up fully without explanation or education. Specialties include gay identity, bisexuality, gender exploration, queer relationships, and coming out at any age.
Gay Dads and Same-Sex Parenting Therapy in Los Angeles
David Strah is a published expert on gay fatherhood and an adoptive gay dad himself. His therapy for gay dads and same-sex parents covers the emotional terrain of adoption, surrogacy, co-parenting, and raising children in LGBTQ households. This is the only therapy practice in Los Angeles led by a clinician with this combination of lived and professional expertise.
Why LGBTQ Clients in Los Angeles Choose David Strah, LMFT
He Is a Gay Male Therapist With Real Lived Experience
David Strah is openly gay, an adoptive father, and a published author on LGBTQ family life. When LGBTQ clients come to him, they are not educating their therapist. David already understands the nuance of queer identity, same-sex relationships, and what it means to build a family outside the default script. That saves time and builds trust from day one.
Specialized in Gay Couples Counseling and LGBTQ Couples Therapy
Same-sex couples face dynamics that generic couples therapy often misses: internalized homophobia, role negotiation without cultural templates, family-of-origin rejection, and the compounding stress of navigating a world not built for queer partnerships. David Strah’s gay couples counseling is built specifically for these realities. He serves couples in West Hollywood, Silver Lake, Santa Monica, and throughout Los Angeles.
The Only Gay Dads Therapist in LA With a Published Book on the Subject
David is the author of Gay Dads: A Celebration of Fatherhood (Penguin/Putnam, 2003), one of the earliest and most widely recognized books on gay fatherhood. He is an adoptive gay father himself. No other gay therapist in Los Angeles brings this combination of clinical credentials and direct personal experience to work with gay dads and same-sex parents.
EMDR Trained, Psychology Today Verified, California Licensed
David Strah, MA, LMFT is licensed as LMFT #114637 by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. He is a trained EMDR therapist and a Psychology Today verified provider. His practice is fully HIPAA-compliant with in-person sessions in Los Angeles and telehealth available to LGBTQ clients across California. Call (917) 922-2650 to verify credentials or ask questions before booking.
Gay Therapy and LGBTQ Counseling Reviews
Gay Therapy and LGBTQ Counseling Across Los Angeles
David Strah, Psychotherapy provides gay therapy, LGBTQ therapy, and gay couples counseling to clients throughout Los Angeles and surrounding communities. The office is located at 321 N. Larchmont Blvd, Suite 808, Los Angeles, CA 90004, near Miracle Mile, Hancock Park, and Koreatown, with easy access from multiple parts of the city.
West Hollywood and Mid-City
West Hollywood is one of the most active LGBTQ communities in the country and a primary service area for David’s practice. Gay therapy, LGBTQ couples counseling, and gay dads support are in high demand here. Nearby Beverly Grove and the Fairfax corridor are also well-served. David’s office is accessible from these communities in under 15 minutes.
Eastside: Silver Lake, Echo Park, and Los Feliz
Silver Lake, Echo Park, and Los Feliz have a vibrant, established LGBTQ population that actively seeks out gay-affirming mental health care. Clients from these neighborhoods frequently work with David for individual gay therapy and gay couples counseling. The Griffith Park area and Atwater Village are also close by.
Westside: Santa Monica, Brentwood, Culver City, and Mar Vista
Westside clients from Santa Monica, Brentwood, Culver City, Mar Vista, and Westwood travel to the Larchmont office or use telehealth for LGBTQ therapy and gay couples counseling. This area has a large population of entertainment industry professionals and families who prioritize quality and discretion in mental health care.
The Valley: Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Burbank, and Encino
Clients in Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Encino, and Burbank frequently choose telehealth sessions for gay therapy and LGBTQ couples counseling with David. The entertainment industry concentration in the Valley means high demand for affirming mental health support from a clinician who understands that world.
Pasadena, Glendale, and Greater LA
David serves clients in Pasadena, Glendale, and across Greater Los Angeles via telehealth. As a California-licensed LMFT, he also works with LGBTQ clients statewide, including Palm Springs, San Diego, and Santa Barbara. Call (917) 922-2650 to ask about in-person or online availability in your area.
What to Know Before Working With a Gay Therapist in Los Angeles
What Makes a Gay Therapist Different From a Standard LGBTQ-Friendly Therapist?
A gay therapist is a licensed mental health professional who is themselves gay and brings both clinical training and lived personal experience to the work. This is meaningfully different from a therapist who is simply “LGBTQ-friendly” or “affirming by policy.” LGBTQ clients often spend significant session time educating well-meaning but inexperienced therapists about queer culture, same-sex relationship dynamics, or the specific stressors of gay identity. A gay male therapist like David Strah eliminates that barrier entirely.
David Strah, LMFT #114637 is openly gay, an adoptive gay father, and a published author on LGBTQ family life. His practice in Los Angeles is one of the few led by a gay male therapist with this level of both clinical credential and personal investment in the LGBTQ community. For gay men, gay couples, and gay dads in Los Angeles, working with David means starting from a place of shared understanding, not explanation.
How Gay Couples Counseling Differs From General Couples Therapy?
Gay couples counseling is distinct from standard couples therapy in several important ways. Same-sex couples navigate relationship dynamics without the cultural scripts that heterosexual couples inherit by default. Role negotiation, family-of-origin acceptance or rejection, internalized homophobia, social visibility, and the decision of whether and how to parent are all areas where gay couples face unique terrain.
Generic couples therapy can miss these dynamics or address them clumsily. LGBTQ couples counseling with a gay male therapist means the couples’ context is already understood. David Strah has provided gay couples counseling in Los Angeles for decades, working with couples in West Hollywood, Silver Lake, Santa Monica, and throughout the region. Sessions are 50 minutes, typically weekly in the early phase, and available in-person or via telehealth throughout California. Call (917) 922-2650 to get started.
Finding the Best Gay Male Therapist in Los Angeles: What to Look For
When searching for the best gay male therapist in Los Angeles, prioritize three things: verified California licensure, documented LGBTQ specialization, and evidence of lived experience. Many therapists list LGBTQ+ on their Psychology Today profiles as a general designation. Fewer have published work, personal experience, and decades of specialized clinical focus.
David Strah, M.A., LMFT #114637 is licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, listed on Psychology Today as a verified LGBTQ specialist, trained in EMDR, and the published author of Gay Dads: A Celebration of Fatherhood (Penguin/Putnam). He offers a free initial consultation so you can ask questions and assess fit before committing. Call (917) 922-2650 or visit davidstrah.com to book.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gay Therapy and LGBTQ Counseling in Los Angeles
What is gay therapy and how is it different from regular therapy?
Gay therapy refers to psychotherapy provided by or specifically tailored for gay men and the LGBTQ community. The difference is context: a gay therapist understands queer identity, same-sex relationships, and the lived experience of LGBTQ life without needing explanation. David Strah, LMFT is an openly gay therapist in Los Angeles offering affirming individual, couples, and family therapy with genuine cultural fluency.
Is David Strah a gay therapist?
Yes. David Strah, M.A., LMFT #114637 is openly gay, an adoptive gay father, and a published author on LGBTQ family life. He is one of the most experienced gay male therapists in Los Angeles, offering individual gay therapy, gay couples counseling, LGBTQ family therapy, and specialized support for gay dads and same-sex parents. His office is at 321 N. Larchmont Blvd, Suite 808, Los Angeles, CA 90004.
Do you offer gay couples counseling in Los Angeles?
Yes. Gay couples counseling is one of David Strah’s core specialties. He works with gay male couples, lesbian couples, and LGBTQ couples of all configurations navigating communication, conflict, trust, and relationship transitions. Sessions are available in person at the Los Angeles office and via telehealth throughout California. Call (917) 922-2650 to schedule a free consultation.
Do you offer LGBTQ couples counseling for same-sex partners?
Yes. David Strah provides LGBTQ couples counseling for same-sex and queer couples across Los Angeles. His approach is rooted in the specific dynamics of LGBTQ relationships, including internalized homophobia, family acceptance challenges, and the absence of heteronormative relationship scripts. In-person in Los Angeles and telehealth statewide. Call (917) 922-2650.
Do you specialize in therapy for gay dads?
Yes. David Strah is the published author of Gay Dads: A Celebration of Fatherhood (Penguin/Putnam, 2003) and an adoptive gay father himself. He offers therapy for gay dads and same-sex parents navigating adoption, surrogacy, co-parenting, and raising children in LGBTQ households. This is one of the most specialized and personally grounded practices for gay dads in Los Angeles.
Do you serve clients in West Hollywood and Silver Lake?
Yes. David Strah’s office at 321 N. Larchmont Blvd, Suite 808 is accessible from West Hollywood, Silver Lake, Echo Park, and Los Feliz. He serves LGBTQ clients across Los Angeles in person and offers telehealth for clients throughout California including Culver City, Santa Monica, Pasadena, Burbank, and beyond. Call (917) 922-2650.
How much does gay therapy or LGBTQ counseling cost in Los Angeles?
Therapy in Los Angeles with a licensed LMFT typically ranges from $150 to $300 per session. David Strah offers a free initial consultation so you can assess fit before committing. He can provide a superbill for out-of-network insurance reimbursement upon request. Contact the office at (917) 922-2650 or davidstrah@aol.com to ask about current rates and availability.
Do you offer telehealth gay therapy throughout California?
Yes. David Strah is licensed in California and offers telehealth LGBTQ therapy, gay couples counseling, and gay dads support to clients anywhere in the state. Telehealth clients include LGBTQ individuals and couples in Palm Springs, San Diego, Santa Barbara, the Bay Area, and beyond. Sessions are conducted via HIPAA-compliant video. Call (917) 922-2650 to book.
What is LGBTQ-affirmative therapy?
LGBTQ-affirmative therapy is a clinical approach that treats LGBTQ identity not as a problem to be resolved but as a valid, valued part of who a person is. Affirming therapy integrates queer identity into the therapeutic work rather than bracketing it. David Strah is an openly gay LMFT who practices genuine affirmative therapy rooted in lived experience, not just policy statements.
Ready to Work With a Gay Therapist in Los Angeles? Let's Talk.
David Strah, Psychotherapy offers gay therapy, LGBTQ therapy, gay couples counseling, and specialized support for gay dads and same-sex families in Los Angeles and throughout California. Limited weekly availability. Reach out today.
Phone: (917) 922-2650
Email: davidstrah@aol.com
Address: 321 N. Larchmont Blvd, Suite 808, Los Angeles, CA 90004
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Gay Therapy and Individual LGBTQ Counseling in Los Angeles, CA
David Strah, Psychotherapy provides gay therapy and individual LGBTQ counseling for adults across Los Angeles. As an openly gay male therapist, David brings lived queer experience to one-on-one sessions addressing anxiety, depression, identity, coming out, relationship stress, and life transitions. His psychodynamic and narrative approach helps LGBTQ clients get to the root of what is holding them back rather than managing symptoms alone. In-person at the Larchmont Blvd office and telehealth statewide. Call (917) 922-2650.
Gay Couples Counseling and LGBTQ Couples Therapy in Los Angeles, CA
Gay couples counseling with David Strah, LMFT is built for the specific dynamics of same-sex and LGBTQ relationships. David works with gay male couples, lesbian couples, and queer partnerships navigating conflict, distance, trust repair, and major life decisions. As a gay man himself, he understands the terrain without needing it explained. In-person in Los Angeles and telehealth available throughout California. Serving West Hollywood, Silver Lake, Santa Monica, and beyond. Call (917) 922-2650.
LGBTQ Family and Teen Therapy in Los Angeles
LGBTQ family therapy and teen therapy at David Strah, Psychotherapy supports adolescents and families navigating the unique challenges of queer family life. David works with LGBTQ teenagers exploring identity, same-sex parents and their children, and families working through communication breakdowns or major transitions. Serving Los Feliz, Culver City, Pasadena, and surrounding communities in person and statewide via telehealth. Call (917) 922-2650.
EMDR Trauma Therapy for LGBTQ Clients in Los Angeles, CA
LGBTQ individuals carry trauma that is often rooted in identity rejection, family rupture, religious harm, or discrimination. EMDR therapy at David Strah, Psychotherapy is specifically offered in the context of a gay-affirming practice where that trauma is understood without translation. EMDR is an evidence-based treatment recognized by the APA and WHO. David is a trained EMDR therapist in Los Angeles with telehealth available statewide. Call (917) 922-2650.
LGBTQ-Affirmative Therapy With a Gay Male Therapist in Los Angeles
LGBTQ-affirmative therapy at David Strah, Psychotherapy means your identity is a starting point, not a subject for debate. David Strah is an openly gay male therapist in Los Angeles specializing in gay identity, bisexuality, gender exploration, coming out at any age, queer relationships, and the intersection of LGBTQ identity with family, culture, and career. In-person in Los Angeles near West Hollywood and Silver Lake, and telehealth throughout California. Call (917) 922-2650.
Gay Dads and Same-Sex Parenting Therapy in Los Angeles, CA
David Strah is the author of Gay Dads: A Celebration of Fatherhood (Penguin/Putnam, 2003) and an adoptive gay father. His gay dads therapy practice in Los Angeles is the only one led by a clinician with this combination of published expertise and firsthand parenting experience. David works with gay fathers and same-sex parents on adoption, surrogacy, co-parenting, and the emotional complexity of raising children in LGBTQ households. California-wide telehealth available. Call (917) 922-2650.
