David Rust

When people think about PTSD, they often picture war zones or catastrophic events. But for many LGBTQIA+ individuals, trauma doesn’t come from a single moment. It comes from years of living in a world that too often feels unsafe, invalidating, or outright hostile. At Rust Wellness Group, we work with queer clients navigating this kind of trauma every day. You deserve care that not only understands PTSD but also sees how your identity and lived experience shape the way trauma shows up in your...

For many gay men, conversations about mental health often overlap with substance use, especially when party drugs are involved. A term that comes up in these conversations is chemsex , which refers to using drugs like meth, GHB, or ecstasy in sexual settings. While not every gay man uses substances, party drugs have become closely tied to queer nightlife, hookup culture, and intimacy. But this isn’t just about partying. Often, it reflects deeper needs, like the search for connection, relief...

Sleep comes up often in therapy, but rarely as the first concern. More often, people talk about feeling anxious, burned out, overwhelmed, or emotionally stuck. And as we begin to explore what’s happening in their day-to-day life, sleep quietly enters the picture—fragmented, unpredictable, or simply missing. When sleep is disrupted, it affects more than just energy levels. It influences how we think, feel, and connect with others. Poor sleep can worsen anxiety, fuel depression, and make...