Sexual Orientation Can Change Through Therapy

Fr. Paul Sullins explains how talk therapy can help individuals manage or reduce same-sex attraction.

Many misunderstandings surround Sexual Orientation Change Efforts (SOCE). Some countries and states have laws banning “conversion therapy.” These laws include bans on talk therapy for same-sex attraction. They are based on the claim that SOCE increases risk of suicide.

Listen to this interview with Fr. Paul Sullins to find out the truth about talk therapy, suicide risk, and same-sex attraction.

Fr. Paul Sullins is a Senior Research Associate at the Ruth Institute. He’s also a Research Professor of Sociology at the Catholic University of America. His views are his own and do not necessary reflect those of HLI.