Synopsis

Each relationship is as individual as the men who are involved. Rather than rely on a one-size-fits-all approach to relationship success, Dr. Jeffrey Chernin helps each of us to acquire a better understanding of ourselves and how we engage in intimate relationships. In this warm and compassionate guide, Chernin helps us answer the questions we long to answer:

• How can I build a long-lasting partnership?
• Why am I afraid to get closer?
• How can I open myself to deeper, more intimate communication?
• How can I put an end to ongoing fights and stalemates with my partner?
• How can I meet someone to share my life with?

Having counseled gay men for more than a decade, Chernin shows how you, too, can build a strong, lasting relationship. Discover the love and intimacy that await you.
I wish I had Get Closer years ago when beginning my first partnership. A terrific and useful book." -Felice Picano, co-author of The New Joy of Gay Sex

"An outstanding book for gay men who want to look at their relationships-both beginning and long-term-and improve them.... This book will help you to get closer to yourself and to others!" -Kenneth D. George, Ph.D., Emeritus Professor, University of Pennsylvania, author of Mr. Right is Out There and Keeping Mr. Right

"Jeffrey Chernin guides us through our readiness for a relationship and how to find a likely partner. Then he provides helpful strategies to work through the differences that inevitably arise, enhancing our ability to maintain the intimate connections many of us long for." -Rik Isensee, LCSW, author of Love Between Men

Biography

Jeffrey Chernin, Ph.D., MFT, has been providing psychotherapy to gay men and couples since 1992. Co-author of Affirmative Psychotherapy and Counseling for Lesbians and Gay Men, and columnist for Q Health, Dr. Chernin provides training to mental health professionals and the general public about same-sex relationships, coming out, recovery, and stress management. He lives with his partner in Los Angeles.