Ken Howard, LCSW, CST - GayTherapyLA.com (He/Him)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, CST
 therapist: Ken Howard, LCSW, CST - GayTherapyLA.com,
Online in California
Ken Howard, LCSW, CST is the most experienced gay men's SPECIALIST psychotherapist in the United States today, with over 30 years' experience, as well as being an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, and life/career/relationship coach, author, blogger, podcast host, and public speaker/activist. He provides services to individuals, couples, and polyamorous polycules. He offers sessions webcam or phone. As a gay, HIV-positive therapist, Ken lives in the same community he serves.

Client Focus

Session Format: Couple, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Elder
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Men, Persons with Disabilities clients.
Languages: English, some Spanish

Treatment Approach

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Developmental
  • Existential/Humanistic
  • Multicultural
  • Music Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Psychoeducational
  • Self Psychology
Approach Description: Ken uses a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), along with Developmental (phase of life) and Existential Psychology (giving life meaning and purpose), with elements of mindfulness and DBT. All techniques are evidence-based therapies.

Education & Credentials

Ken Howard, LCSW, CST - GayTherapyLA.com MSW, LCSW, CST
  • Male
  • License # LCS18290
  • Licensed in California
  • Practicing Since 1992
Education: Ken is a graduate of accredited, major academic institutions such as UCLA (BA) and USC (MSW). Ken is a former adjunct professor for the USC School of Social Work, graduate MSW program, teaching courses in Evidence-Based Psychotherapy Models, Couples Therapy, and LGBT Psycho-Social-Political Issues.

Finances

Fees
  • Average Session Fee $305-315
Insurance
  • Out of Network
  • Completed claim forms provided for those with PPO health plans with "out of network provider" benefits.

Ken Howard, LCSW, CST - GayTherapyLA.com Practice Details

Therapy Sessions
  • Available Online for residents of California
  • Online Therapy Details: webcam platforms, telehealth
Ken Howard, LCSW, CST - GayTherapyLA.com Practice Description
With over 30 years experience, Ken applies techniques such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Developmental Psychology, and Existential Psychology, to help you resolve problems and improve your quality of life. He is a former Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Southern California. He offers sessions Monday through Friday, day and evening. His website is GayTherapyLA.com, where he has an archive of hundreds of free blog articles on many topics supporting gay men's mental health and well-being. He is the host of the popular podcast, "Gay Therapy LA with Ken Howard, LCSW, CST", heard by over 8,000 people per month in over 40 countries of the world. Topics range from gay men's mental health, relationships, careers, health, aging, cultural issues, work/life balance, and self-care. His books, "Self-Empowerment: Have the Life You Want!" and "Positive Outlook: Collected Essays on Living Successfully with HIV Today" are available at Amazon.com.

Practice Overview

Available online
32 Years Experience
Couple, Group, Individual

Office Hours

Monday
1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday
1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wednesday
1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday
1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday
1:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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