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Hosted by Dustin Oliver · EN · 60 episodes
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Hosted by therapist Dustin Oliver, MHC-LP, boy meets therapy blends clinical research with real conversations about vulnerability, relationships, friendship, identity, and culture with an emphasis on the LGBTQ+ community. Episodes feature solo insights and in-depth interviews with licensed professionals who share both their expertise and their humanity. Perfect for queer listeners, allies, and mental health aficionados seeking affirming, research-informed discussions about therapy and life.
Dustin Oliver hosts boy meets therapy, a health show with 60 episodes published.
Why do some gay men “sound gay”? And can people actually tell someone’s sexuality just by hearing their voice? In this episode, we look at the psychology and science of the “gay voice,” from auditory gaydar and the vocal
NYC therapist and host of boy meets therapy podcast Dustin answers questions from viewers submitted via Instagram. This week, we look at the romanticization of someone who doesn't feel the same way and what happens when
Hookup culture is one of the most visible, debated, and misunderstood parts of gay male culture, but what does psychology actually tell us about it? In this episode, we explore the psychology of gay hookup culture, inclu
NYC therapist and host of boy meets therapy podcast Dustin answers questions from viewers submitted via Instagram. This week, we explore the frustrations of not being able to connect with other gays in a plutonic way. We
This episode, we explore the psychology of what I'm calling the "almost" relationship. An almost relationship is a connection that became psychologically significant before it became clearly defined. It had enough realit
NYC therapist and host of boy meets therapy podcast Dustin answers questions from viewers submitted via Instagram. This week, we answer questions about overcoming internalized homophobia and fear of intimacy, looking for
Have you ever felt like different parts of your life are separate from each other? Like how you are with your friends is wildly different from how you are with others? In this episode, we explore the psychology of compar
Nyc therapist and host of boy meets therapy podcast Dustin answers questions from viewers submitted via Instagram. This week, we answer questions about feeling attractive or prepared enough for a relationship and losing
Many gay men have experienced this question at some point: Do I actually like him, or do I just feel close to him? In this episode, we explore why it can be surprisingly difficult to distinguish friendship from romance,
Why do so many gay men have “their” pop star? From Britney and Madonna to Gaga and Beyoncé, pop stars have occupied a unique place in gay culture for decades. This episode goes beyond music, fandom, and stereotypes to ex
Grindr is one of the most psychologically fascinating spaces in the modern gay community. Within minutes, a person can experience attraction, rejection, validation, excitement, disappointment, hope, and loneliness. In th
Why do some of us spend so much of our lives longing for what they don't have? In this episode, we explore the psychology of longing. From relationships and belonging to future possibilities and unlived experiences, long
Many gay men do not simply grieve relationships, opportunities, or experiences. Sometimes we grieve entire developmental pathways: The city you never moved to. The relationship that almost happened. The friend group you
Have you ever been devastated by someone you barely dated? Found yourself unable to stop thinking about a situationship, an emotionally unavailable partner, or a relationship that never fully became real? In this episode
What does aging mean in a community that often feels organized around youth, desirability, and reinvention? In this episode, Dustin explores the psychology of aging in the gay community and why it can feel different for
It's PRIDE month! If you've ever wondered about the origins of Pride month in June, I'm gonna give you the shortest, most followable explanation. After, we're jumping right into coming out! For many Gay and Queer people,
What is code-switching, and how does it affect your mental health? In this solo episode, host Dustin explores the psychology of code-switching, the process of adjusting your behavior, personality, or identity depending o
In this conversation, therapist Sean Hershey explores the complex relationship between emotional, psychological, and physical aspects of chronic pain. Discover how repressed emotions and self-connection play a crucial ro
Why is femininity often devalued among gay men and where do those preferences actually come from? In this episode, host Dustin breaks down the psychology of masculinity, femininity, and attraction using a clinical lens.
In Part 3 of this series, we focus on what it actually looks like to start shifting the patterns many LGBTQ people carry after growing up in environments where identity and belonging were in conflict. From self-monitorin
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