HeyJaredboy meets therapy
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.
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- Sep 14, 2026
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- Jul 6, 2026
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Gay Men and Their Relationships With Straight Men (opens the original)
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What shapes the relationships between gay and straight men? In this episode, we explore the psychology of gay-straight friendships, including masculinity, male friendship, attraction, emotional intimacy, boundaries, and the desire to feel like “one of the guys.” We also look at straight-guy crushes, the role of straight male approval, double standards around flirting and sexuality, and what actually makes a friendship between gay and straight men equal. How much do our early experiences with oth
What If I Want My Ex But My Friends Hate Him? | Therapist Q&Gay (opens the original)
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NYC therapist and host of boy meets therapy podcast Dustin answers questions from viewers submitted via Instagram. This week, we talk about when our friends don't want us getting back with our ex and if our patner doesn't share our kinks. Submit a question via email ( boymeetstherapy@gmail.com ) or Instagram (@boymeetstherapy). *Note that these episodes are for entertainment purposes only. Answering a submitted question does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Connect wi
Gay Men and the Need for Achievement (opens the original)
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Why are gay men so successful, and is there actually research behind the stereotype? Studies have found that gay men have unusually high levels of educational achievement, including significantly higher rates of bachelor’s and advanced degrees than straight men. In this episode, we explore the psychology of gay men, success, and achievement. We look at the “Best Little Boy in the World” hypothesis, research on gay men and education, masculinity, perfectionism, competition, appearance, and contin
Why Do Gays Always Fall For Unavailable Men? | Therapist Q&Gay (opens the original)
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NYC therapist and host of boy meets therapy podcast Dustin answers questions from viewers submitted via Instagram. This week, we talk about why gays many fall for unavailable men and we answer the "Where can I meet people in person?" question. Submit a question via email ( boymeetstherapy@gmail.com ) or Instagram (@boymeetstherapy). *Note that these episodes are for entertainment purposes only. Answering a submitted question does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Connect
Gay Men, Eating Disorders, and Food Noise (opens the original)
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Eating disorders are often associated with women, but disordered eating can be easy to miss in men, especially when it looks like fitness, dieting, or discipline. In this episode, we look at eating disorders and body image among gay men. We include why gay men may be particularly vulnerable to body dissatisfaction, the pursuit of leanness and muscularity, and the point at which seemingly ordinary fitness behaviors may become rigid or disruptive. We also discuss different forms of disordered eati
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