Not Gay or Straight, but somewhere in between?  Sexual orientation is not about end points or polarities, but rather exists on a continuum.  Over the past 50 years, sexuality research supports the contention that many individuals regularly experience bisexual feelings or fantasies and have the capacity for erotic and emotional attraction to both genders. This research initiated attempts to identify and scale sexual attraction on a continuum, resulting first in the development of the Kinsey scale in the 1950's and later in the 1980's the design of the more comprehensive Klein sexuality scale.  Despite such efforts, many people still feel confused, lost, and out of place in a society that tends to validate and endorse lifestyles of those who identify at either end of the continuum (straight or gay), but dishonors and discredits those who have a bisexual orientation or who live more nontraditional lives.  Therefore, whether you self-identify as bisexual, polyamorous, resist or dislike labels, or are in a mixed-sexual orientation marriage or relationship, life's intermittent challenges and stressors may become quite intense and engender little support.

Bisexual Counseling and Psychotherapy of Colorado provides licensed and experienced mental health counseling for those who wish to explore and empower themselves while discovering, affirming, and honoring their unique sexual identity.  No two personal journeys are the same; yet issues, dynamics and feelings related to bisexuality and sexual fluidity have definite patterns that only an experienced professional who "has walked the walk" and "talked the talk" can fully comprehend.

"Out", proud, and open about his sexual orientation since 1992, psychotherapist, Gary Thomas Wareham, not only recognizes, but has lived "the difficult dance" and distinctive challenges that bisexuality can and does incur in a person's life.  His central approach is one of understanding and compassion for a client's unique experience, while still targeting areas of potential blockages that are impeding one's fulfillment.  Relationships are, of course, a central concern, along with sexual orientation and sexual identity issues.  Another area of counseling specialization is working with those struggling with relationship and intimacy issues including ritualized sexual fantasies, compulsive sexual behaviors, or sex addiction.

His counseling philosophy emphasizes personal growth and empowerment through living life as authentically as (safely) possible.  Gary believes that each individual will find his or her own path, in their own time.  As a psychotherapist, he views his role as one in which he is facilitating a client's personal journey and self-discovery.  Good therapy, in Gary's opinion, involves both a supportive atmosphere as well as asking the tough, challenging questions when needed.  The core value in Gary's approach is helping clients to identify and embrace their unique identity and sexuality, while always striving for personal honesty, integrity, and wholeness.  You are warmly invited to travel on your own journey of discovery and self-actualization!