Join Rik at Esalen!Gay Men ThrivingJune 18-20, 2010Upcoming Events with gay therapist Rik Isensee! GAY MEN THRIVING! Developing intimacy, self-acceptance, and love with Rik Isensee, LCSW and James Guay, MFT at Esalen, Friday, June 18 through Sunday, June 20, 2010. As gay men, we all have deep needs and desires we seek to fulfill: a longing for trust, confidence, intimacy, acceptance, and love. Yet growing up gay in a homophobic culture, it’s understandable that we may be wary of being vulnerable with other men. Even when an intimate connection is truly available, we may find ourselves resisting, pulling away, or getting scared. In this experiential workshop, we will use the gentle yet powerful methods of mindful body awareness to explore this paradoxical edge between longing and resistance. A deep awareness of physical and emotional reactions will reveal habitual responses that often keep us from getting what we want. Then, through a range of respectful (and entirely voluntary) experiences—including imagery, eye contact, evocative music, and supportive, nonsexual touch—we will expand our ability to give and receive heartfelt nurturing, attention, and loving kindness. Come join us at Esalen, the amazing retreat center on the coast of Big Sur! With hot tubs perched on the cliff overlooking waves crashing against the rocks below, delicious organic cuisine, and ample free time to schedule personal massage appointments, you'll have a relaxing, fun, and stimulating weekend! We’ll build on our strengths, discover a joyful and playful side of gay men’s creativity, and tap into the rich resources of our own internal wisdom. Gay therapist Rik Isensee, LCSW provides gay-positive psychotherapy and gay couples therapy in San Francisco. He is the author of three self-help books for gay men: Love Between Men, Reclaiming Your Life, and Are You Ready?—The Gay Men’s Guide to Thriving at Midlife. (See links to your left.) James Guay, MFT is a licensed psychotherapist and Certified Personal Trainer in private practice for the past ten years specializing in body image confidence with gay men. Learn more at his private practice website: bodyconsultation.com Registration for Gay Men Thriving is now open! Click on Gay Men Thriving to register directly with the Esalen online catalogue.
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