Calvin Hui,
LMSW

**Therapist**
Pronouns: he/him/his

Bring it on! I offer a uniquely compassionate, shame-free environment to discuss all aspects of sexuality and gender. I thrive on topics exploring alternative sexual attractions, kink/fetish, sex and gender identity, male sexuality, confidence, and shame – no topic is too taboo! My aim is to help you embrace your desires fully, so that you can find pleasure that is healthy, lasting, and rooted in confidence rather than shame.

**About Calvin**

I am a queer, kinky Chinese American who leads my life with confidence and authenticity. I cherish a diversity of interests, identities, and personalities, and I encourage all individuals to be their most authentic selves. Being sexually alternative myself, I know what it’s like to feel judgment and shame in a society that stigmatizes sexual diversity. I also know what it’s like to do the work to rise above stigma and limiting beliefs, and to step into my own power to change the world around me. I am honored and excited to offer my skills and expertise to you because if I can do it, so can you.

**Working with Calvin**

I employ an eclectic mix of treatment modalities to help you heal and grow holistically in mind, body, and soul. This is done through a collaborative, person-centered dynamic, in which we work closely together to achieve the goals you set for yourself. In our sessions, I help you gain insight into thoughts and behaviors you wish to address, then we create a roadmap for building skills and adjusting thought patterns. In tandem, I utilize somatic therapy techniques to help with emotional regulation and to ensure both mind and body are working together. My treatment model emphasizes balance and is equal parts structured and expansive – allowing room for exploration while ensuring we stay on track toward your goals.

**Specialty**

I specialize in working with topics regarding: struggling with difficult sexual attractions, out-of-control sexual behavior (OCSB), pornography use, kink/fetish, ENM/polyamory, LGBTQIA+ issues, dating and relationship issues, gender, identity, trauma, abuse, sexual abuse, overcoming shame, improving self-esteem and confidence, anxiety, cultural identity, life transitions, and men’s issues.
I have a focus on working with clients who are: sex and gender diverse, kink/fetish or BDSM practitioners, from minority backgrounds, furries, in counterculture subcultures, or engaged in alternative sexual lifestyles.

Education, Training, and Certifications

Master of Social Work from Rutgers University

Certificate on Interpersonal Violence and Trauma (C-IVT)

I have further education in trauma and trauma work, as well as training in CBT, SFBT, psychodynamic psychotherapy, DBT, parts work, and somatic therapy interventions.

I have attended courses and workshops on: Working with minor-attracted persons (MAPs), providing affirming care for kink/fetish and BDSM practitioners, delivering trauma-informed care, and cultural humility