Harry Dixon, MA, LMHC, LPCC, LPC, CST - AASECT Certified Sex Therapist

LGBTQ+ Affirming & Culturally Responsive Therapy for Asian American and BIPOC Communities

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Hi, I'm Harry Dixon! I'm a Korean American gay therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist providing culturally affirming mental health and sex therapy for LGBTQ+, Asian American, and BIPOC individuals and couples.

As the owner and founder of Rainbow Connection Counseling Collective, I'm committed to providing a therapeutic space where LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals can thrive authentically. My journey from navigating religious conservatism to embracing my identity as a gay Korean American man informs my compassionate, affirming approach to therapy.

I bring my whole self to my practice as a:

Gay, nonmonogamous cis man
Korean American
Neurodiverse (ADHD)
Second-generation American child of immigrants

I’m here for the clients who feel like they don’t connect to other therapists due cultural barriers. I believe therapy works best when the relationship between the client and counselor is secure and trusting. Clients deserve to enter a therapy space where they can be themselves from the outset, and that is what I strive to provide. You don’t have to code switch or educate me on your life or culture, I get it. I don’t ask my clients to explain their life just tell me how you live it. I share many of the identities that my clients have and I share my earned wisdom and years of expertise with my LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients. The highest compliment that I can receive is “wow, you get it”.

I’m no stranger to the stresses of gay Asian and BIPOC men. Growing up with Korean immigrant parents who were active in a religiously conservative Presbyterian church, learning how to be gay and my true, authentic self was a hard fought and worthwhile journey that informs how I apply therapy and healing. I strive to ensure that everyone who comes to me feels heard, validated, and accepted.

I’m here to help you make sense of your life, clarify what matters to you, and help you make choices that fit into how you want to live your life. I’m not here to judge, I’m here to provide a compassionate and warm presence to help you feel less shame and more fulfillment. You deserve to be empowered and liberated from oppressive systems.

Specializations: Where Identity and Healing Intersect

LGBTQ+ Mental Health & Sex Therapy

Gay and queer sex therapy - addressing sexual health, intimacy, and pleasure
LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy - supporting your authentic self
Sexual orientation exploration and coming out support
Trans and gender-affirming mental health care
Queer couples therapy - including polyamory, CNM, and kink-aware counseling

Asian American & BIPOC Mental Health

Asian American mental health - navigating cultural identity and family dynamics
Intergenerational trauma and immigrant family experiences
Intersection of LGBTQ+ and Asian/BIPOC identities
Cultural code-switching and authenticity
Religious trauma and decolonizing mental health

Sex Therapy & Sexual Wellness (AASECT Certified)

Sexual shame and guilt - especially in cultural and religious contexts
Erectile dysfunction and performance anxiety
Sexual desire discrepancies in relationships
Kink and BDSM affirmative therapy
Sex-positive education and erotic empowerment

Additional Areas of Expertise

ADHD and neurodiversity (ADHDer myself)
Men's mental health - depression, anxiety, anger management
Young adult life transitions
Shame resilience and self-compassion

Therapeutic Modalities

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Decolonized, anti-Capitalist, anti-racism, liberation therapy
Mindful Self-Compassion
Culturally Responsive Therapy
Sex Therapy (AASECT methodology)
Affirmative Therapy for LGBTQ+ clients

Clinical Supervision

I provide culturally competent clinical supervision for associates in California and Washington, with a focus on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC mental health.

I view supervision as an opportunity to help clinicians learn and grow to be the best versions of themselves. Supervision is a great way to practice self-care, develop one's professional identity, and discussed ways to better help the populations we serve. As a minority in the counseling world, I understand the challenges of finding a supervisor with the right blend of cultural awareness and clinical expertise. I look forward to being your supervisor!

My Therapeutic Approach: "Wow, You Get It"

The highest compliment I receive from clients is "Wow, you get it." As a gay Korean American therapist who grew up with immigrant parents in a conservative Presbyterian church, I understand firsthand the challenges of navigating multiple identities and finding your authentic self.

What Makes My Practice Different

No code-switching required - Be yourself from day one
No cultural education needed - I understand the nuances of LGBTQ+ and Asian American experiences
Shared lived experience - I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding
Liberation-focused - Empowering you to break free from oppressive systems
Sex-positive approach - Moving beyond shame-based sex education to embrace pleasure and fulfillment

Therapeutic Modalities

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Decolonized, radical, liberation, anti-racism, anti-capitalism
Mindful Self-Compassion
Culturally Responsive Therapy
Sex Therapy (AASECT methodology)
Affirmative Therapy for LGBTQ+ clients

Extended Couples & Relationship Therapy Sessions

I offer 90-minute couples therapy sessions for a more immersive and thorough therapeutic experience. These extended sessions are particularly beneficial for:

LGBTQ+ couples navigating unique relationship dynamics
Intercultural and interracial relationships
Polyamorous and consensually non-monogamous partnerships
Couples addressing sexual concerns and intimacy issues

Education & Training

Master of Arts in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health specialization - University of San Diego (2014)
AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
Sexual Health Alliance Certification
Ongoing training in LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy and multicultural counseling

Services & Availability

Online Therapy Available In:

California
Washington
New York
Oregon

Insurance

In-network with Cigna

Ready to Work with an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist Who Gets It?

You deserve a therapist who understands your unique experiences as an LGBTQ+ person, Asian American, or someone navigating multiple identities. Let's work together to help you find liberation, authenticity, and sexual fulfillment.

Contact Rainbow Connection Counseling Collective today to schedule your first session with Harry Dixon, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.

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