Sunday, February 22, 2026

The Inner Witness: Embodied Awareness, Neuroception, and Queer Pleasure By Payam Ghassemlou Ph.D., SEP, MFT

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  For queer people, sexual desire often longs for wings—seeking to rise beyond the gravity of shame and heteronormative oppression. The qu...
Sunday, January 25, 2026

Barriers to Pleasure: A Queer Somatic Exploration of Trauma and Resilience

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Barriers to Pleasure: A Queer Somatic Exploration of Trauma and Resilience By Payam Ghassemlou MFT, SEP, Ph.D. Click the image below to ...
Friday, January 9, 2026

When Love Melts the Icy Closet in Heated Rivalry

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  When Love Melts the Icy Closet in Heated Rivalry By Payam Ghassemlou MFT, SEP, Ph.D. Love-infused pleasure does not come easily to eve...
Monday, October 27, 2025

A Gay Somatic Therapist’s Take on Netflix’s Boots

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  Coming to terms with one’s gay identity has never been easy. For many of us—whether we served in the Marine Corps or performed on a chor...
Saturday, July 12, 2025

A Prideful Perspective on Growing Up Queer By Payam Ghassemlou MFT, Ph.D., SEP

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  Taking pride in our journeys of growing up and discovering our queer essence involves honoring the full diversity of our community. As a m...
Monday, March 24, 2025

Goal Achievement Made Simple

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Having a clear sense of purpose can significantly enhance your motivation in life, and goal setting is a powerful way to cultivate that pur...
Sunday, February 2, 2025

Managing Nervous System Dysregulation Amid the Storm of Political Turmoil by Payam Ghassemlou MFT, Ph.D., SEP

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  You are not alone. Across the globe, hearts and minds stir in response to the political winds sweeping through the U.S. In my conversation...