The Datable Lesbian, Bi & Queer Woman
How to Date with Authenticity and Intention
with Michele O'Mara, Ph.D., LCSW
Are you navigating the complex maze of lesbian dating? Do you sometimes think all the incredible single queer women are in hiding, and it’s your challenge to find them - like you're looking for the proverbial needle in a haystack?
In an era where social distancing has reshaped the way we connect, we understand the need to bridge the gap in the dating world. That's why we're excited to introduce The Datable Lesbian, an online class designed exclusively for single queer women who love women. This isn't just any class; it's a live, interactive, online experience that offers face-to-face engagement.
This unique 6-week class is tailor-made for single lesbians who are committed to dating with purpose and authenticity. Here, you'll sharpen your dating IQ, explore the nuances of queer relationships, and connect with like-minded women. It’s a unique space where questions meet clarity, and intentions meet authenticity.
It's time to step into a world of meaningful and intentional lesbian dating. Register now and start a new chapter in your love life!
Are you a good candidate to
become a datable Lesbian?
- I am single/available
- I am open to a new relationship or friendship
- I am willing to be as genuine and authentic as possible
- I am willing to leave my comfort zone to make new and better choices
- I am worthy of love, and I am willing to work to eliminate sabotaging negative beliefs and self-doubt
- I am ready to risk heartbreak to find long-lasting love
- I am willing to make confident, conscious, informed dating choices and to not be ruled by fear
The Datable LesBiQ course, an innovative and specialized resource for single queer individuals who are female-sexed, was developed by Michele O'Mara, PhD. As a Lesbian Relationship Expert and the founder of both Lesbian Adventure in Love and Lesbian Adventures in Dating, Dr. O'Mara brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to the LGBTQ+ community.
Dr. O’Mara's extensive experience dates back to the early 2000s, focusing primarily on lesbian couples in her private practice. Her qualifications are robust, encompassing training and certifications in the three leading relationship theories, along with Discernment Counseling. Her credentials include:
- Imago Certified Relationship Therapist (2005)
- Training in all three levels of the Gottman Method (2014)
- Additional training under Sue Johnson in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (2015)
- Certification in Discernment Counseling (2016)
With over two decades of experience working with queer couples and individuals, Dr. O’Mara's work is now extending her impact further. The primary aim of Lesbian Adventures in Love is not just to unite women who love women but to foster environments conducive to personal growth, relationship development, and a vibrant sense of fun and enjoyment.
You don’t have to go it alone.
Join The Datable Lesbian for our 6-week course for single queer women who wish to improve their date-ability quotient.
- Join the online class from anywhere in the world
- Go at your own pace
- Meet other single lesbians
👇 UPCOMING COURSE OPTIONS 👇
THE DATABLE LESBIAN
Includes 6 Live Classes
NEXT CLASS STARTS NOV 13, 2024
8PM - 9 PM ET
(7PM CT, 6PM MT, 5PM PT)
NOV 13, 20, 27 and DEC 4, 11, 18
REGISTRATION COST
Registration is $180-$195.
($180 full-pay or 3 bi-weekly payments of $65)
Sessions will be recorded for your convenience.
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★★★★★
Michele is an excellent coach and facilitator. Not only is the material helpful but she "walks her talk" (demonstrated with her partner). I'd recommend this course to anyone. It's a user-friendly and practical course. Her style is also engaging: she has a great sense of humor, has sound applications, and provides a safe space.
- Susan L, North Carolina
★★★★★
It was outstanding. Very clearly taught with excellent handouts – specific, sharp looking. Flowed well from concept to concept. Really liked the teaching format. Exercises were very beneficial. I would highly recommend it.
– Tamara Weber, Saint Clare, MI
★★★★★
It was amazing!
So insightful and especially validating to see that we're not the only ones who struggle the way we do with communication, don't change your personable and welcoming demeanor.
– K&M, Huntsville, AL
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Specifically for Lesbian, Queer & Non-Binary (non-male) Folx
Unlike most relationship resources, this course was created by a lesbian pyschotherapist and relationship coach specifically for lesbian and female-sexed queer relationships. This course is inclusive of all female and non-binary/gender queer couples (non-male-identified).
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Live Online Video Class
This class will be held on zoom.us. You will be provided a link to join the class upon registration. Couples can log on from the same or different locations to join the course.
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Audio Recording of Class
Technology willing, the class will be audio-recorded for your review or to catch up if you miss a class.
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Digital PDF Workbook
Weekly downloadable pdf's.
WHAT QUALIFIES MICHELE O'MARA, PHD TO TEACH THIS COURSE?
- Certified Imago Therapist, Harville Hendrix (2005)
- Author, Just Ask! 1,000 Questions to Grow Your Relationship (2012)
- Ph.D. Clinical Sexology (2012)
- ️Trained on All 3 Levels, Gottman Method, John Gottman (2014)
- ️Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Sue Johnson (2015)
- ️Certified Discernment Counselor (2015)
- ️Author of "Just Ask, 1,000 Questions to Grow Your Relationship" (2012)
- ️M.S.W. (1992)
- ️ Lesbian mom and wife
Q & A's
Will I Have to Talk in Front of Others?
Will I Have to Talk about our issues in Front of Others?
No. This is an educational course. This is not therapy. You will not be expected to share anything about yourself in front of your peers. All exercises are designed to be done privately. Any sharing you do during class is 100% voluntary.
You will have the opportunity to interact with other participants through comments in the online classroom. All sharing is 100% voluntary, not required.
What if I miss class?
No worries. Things happen. We flex life as we need to. Ideally, you will work to prioritize this course as an investment in your relationship. The course materials will be available on the private online communication course portal. If you miss the class, an Audio recording of the class will be uploaded to the classroom portal.
Will classs be recorded?
Yes, technology willing, each class will be recorded, and audio files will be uploaded to the online classroom portal.
Can I access this course from a smartphone?
Yes. You can use Zoom.us via a smartphone, I-pad, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer. You will need access to the internet, and you will also need to download the Zoom app on the device you plan to use to access class. Go to: zoom.us/download and download this software on your device. At the time of the class, enter the course URL address (which you'll receive after registering) in your search bar. This will take you to the live digital classroom.
What do lesbians have to say about classes by Michele O'Mara?
It was outstanding. Very clearly taught with excellent handouts – specific, sharp looking. Flowed well from concept to concept. Really liked the teaching format. Exercises were very beneficial. I would highly recommend it.
– Tamara Weber, Saint Clare, MI
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It was very thought provoking...the format and information was easy to follow, and I felt Michele did a great job facilitating, especially on such a frustrating platform like Zoom.
– Anonymous
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Loved how you brought your authentic self. Content is excellent. Keep the exercises!
– Nancy, NJ
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Do it!
– Lj. O, Seattle, WA
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Great information, helpful tools and a friendly and knowledgeable Facilitator.
– Carolee, Arlington, VA
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Don’t change your amazing insight and gift into the lesbian brain/relationship and your knowledge of how to build a better foundation for relationships and communication. Also, stay funny.
– H. B. Indianapolis, IN
About the Facilitator, Michele O'Mara, PhD
My name is Michele.
I am a relationship coach and psychotherapist, a divorced and remarried lesbian, recovering alcoholic of 20 + years, with ADHD, in a lesbian blended family with two sons, and in a 13-year age-gap marriage to my wife.
I don’t have all of life’s mysteries figured out. Nor am I better or worse than anyone else. I am, however, obsessed with all things relationships.
For the past 20 + years, I have been a practicing psychotherapist in Indiana as well as a relationship and intimacy coach for lesbian couples around the US and beyond. My work is my passion, second only to my relationship, which always comes first. I hope yours does, too. When there is no job, no hobby, no distraction or other thing that seems so important, there is love, and when you invest in a lifetime of love, you invest in your happiness and well-being.
I am in the business of love; specifically, the love between women.
In the early ’90s, I read a book called “Getting the Love You Want” by Harville and Helen Hendrix. I was so inspired by the Imago Theory of relationships that I quit my job and returned to school for an MSW with the goal of helping lesbian couples cultivate and maintain secure and satisfying relationships. Over the past three decades, my passion for helping lesbian couples build satisfying relationships has intensified.
My quest for learning is strong and continues to grow.
Here are some highlights of my professional and educational journey:
- 2005, Certified Imago Therapist
- 2005, Created Lesbian Couples Weekend - a two-day relationship workshop for lesbian couples
- 2007, Developed Designing My Life 12-Week Courses (have created 10 classes to date)
- 2012, PhD in Clinical Sexology, with a dissertation on the Correlation Between Sexual Frequency and Lesbian Relationship Satisfaction
- 2012, published a book of questions available Amazon.com with a 4-star rating out of 72 reviews
- 2014, completed all three levels of the Gottman Method relationship training program.
- 2015, trained with Sue Johnson to develop skills with Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples
- 2016, certified as a Discernment Counselor to assist couples in clarifying whether to separate or do the work in their relationship
- 2018, Created Lesbian Adventures in Love - a relationship building resource for lesbians that includes destination retreats for lesbian couples, as well as courses, community and other resources for relationship building
- 2019, created the Lesbian Love Codes Relationship Transformation Program
- 2019, created lesbian speed dating event
- 2020, created a communication strategy for lesbian couples called Wholehearted Communication
- 2020, trained again with Sue Johnson, to develop stronger skills in EFT
- 2021, introduced communication classes for lesbian couples
- 2022, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) training - a cutting edge trauma intervention to assist couples impacted by trauma
Is this considered therapy?
No. This is a class. You do not have to introduce yourself or share anything about yourself or your relationship you do not wish to. Each class will consist of lessons taught live by Michele O'Mara, PhD, and there will be opportunities for Q&A each week.
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