David Torres, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #142829
Supervised by David F. Khalili, LMFT #89087
Bilingual therapy for LGBTQ+ professionals
Whether you're navigating sex addiction, healing from trauma, or managing the stress of a demanding career, I provide affirming therapy in English and Spanish. You deserve a therapist who understands your full identity and experience.
WHO I WORK WITH
I specialize in working with men andLGBTQ+ individuals (gay, bisexual, trans, non-binary, queer) dealing with:
Core Focus Areas:
Sex addiction and compulsive sexual behavior
Trauma, PTSD, and complex trauma
High-pressure careers and professional stress
The intersection of identity, sexuality, and mental health
Additional Support For:
Depression, anxiety, and trauma
Relationship difficulties, including long-term partnership stress, open relationship challenges, or navigating divorce and re-entering the dating scene in mid-life.
Substance use and co-occurring conditions
Family conflict and cultural identity
Grief, loss, and life transitions, including career pivots or adjusting to life after children/chosen family leave home.
I work with ages 19-65+ and offer fully bilingual services in English and Spanish (terapia completamente bilingüe).
You might be a good fit if you:
Are LGBTQ+ and want a therapist who truly gets it
Work in a demanding field (tech, finance, healthcare, leadership, nonprofit)
Are struggling with compulsive sexual behavior or sexual shame
Are healing from trauma that impacts your relationships and life
Prefer or need therapy in Spanish
Want culturally responsive, affirming care
MY APPROACH
I'm curious, authentic, and adaptable. I believe lasting change comes from understanding the deeper patterns that drive our behavior.
My Philosophy
Sex Addiction & Compulsive Sexual Behavior as Relational: Compulsive sexual behavior isn't just about sex—it's often about attachment, regulation, shame, and how we learned to cope with difficult emotions. For LGBTQ+ individuals, it's also entangled with identity development, internalized stigma, and navigating sex-positive spaces. We'll explore the relational and emotional roots of compulsive behavior, not just manage symptoms.
Trauma Lives in the Body and Relationships: Trauma changes how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world. Using somatic, attachment-based, and psychodynamic approaches, we'll work with your nervous system to process traumatic experiences and build new ways of being in relationship.
Integration, Not Compartmentalization: You're not separate parts—professional, sexual, traumatized, queer. We'll work toward integration, helping you show up more fully in all areas of your life.
My Methods
Attachment-based and relational therapy
Trauma-informed and somatic approaches
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Psychodynamic and narrative therapy
CBT and DBT for skill-building
Culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming practices
Clients can expect a collaborative and thoughtful therapeutic relationship where curiosity, honesty, and compassion are central.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Work Together:
1. Collaborative Assessment and Goal Setting We'll explore what brings you to therapy, what you're struggling with, and what you want to change—in whatever language feels most comfortable.
2. Understanding Patterns & Context We'll look at how past experiences, cultural background, identity development, attachment patterns, and life circumstances shape your current challenges.
3. Developing Insight & Skills You'll build self-awareness and learn practical tools for managing emotions, navigating compulsive behaviors, processing trauma, and improving relationships.
4. Integration You'll practice using new insights and skills in real life, building sustainable patterns that support your goals.
5. Reflection We'll regularly check in on progress and adjust our approach to ensure therapy stays relevant and effective.
ABOUT ME
Since completing my master's degree, I've worked as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist providing trauma-informed care to adolescents and adults in community mental health and private practice. My work has focused on supporting youth and transition-age clients navigating complex trauma, family conflict, identity development, and systems involvement.
In my private practice, I work primarily with LGBTQ+ adults—particularly professionals—using relational, trauma-informed, and insight-oriented approaches to address sex addiction, complex trauma, and the intersection of identity, sexuality, and career demands.
Specialized Training:
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) - Alchemy Community Mental Health
Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children - Westcoast Children's Clinic
Domestic Violence advocacy and intervention (week-long intensive)
Credentials:
MA, California Institute of Integral Studies (2023)
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT, California) #142829
IN MY FREE TIME
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors, biking, hiking, reading, and connecting with friends and family. Living in SF also means I enjoy walking by the ocean and discovering new cafes around the city.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
¿Ofreces terapia en español? / Do you offer therapy in Spanish? ¡Sí! / Yes! I'm fully bilingual and offer complete therapy services in both English and Spanish. You can express yourself in whichever language feels most natural.
Are you LGBTQ+ affirming? Absolutely. I have extensive experience providing knowledgeable, affirming therapy to LGBTQ+ individuals, including trans and non-binary clients. I understand queer culture and the unique intersection of identity, trauma, and sexuality.
What's your approach to sex addiction? Shame-free and trauma-informed. At Rouse, we work from the Out of Control Sexual Behavior Model, providing a client-centered and strength-based approach. We'll explore what's driving compulsive behavior—often trauma, shame, or attachment wounds—and develop healthier patterns without judgment.
Do you understand Latinx/Hispanic culture? Yes. I understand how cultural values around family, sexuality, identity, and mental health intersect with LGBTQ+ experience, and I bring cultural humility to our work together.
What if I work in tech/finance/a demanding field? Many of my clients work in high-pressure industries. I understand the unique challenges of maintaining professional success while managing internal struggles, and we'll address how career demands impact your mental health.