THE PSYCHOLOGY OF ATTRACTION PROJECT

Advancing a more thoughtful understanding of how attraction develops, what shapes it, and what it can mean.

Explore the links below to read practical articles and guides, learn about the Four Complex Attraction Patterns, join upcoming professional trainings, or attend monthly office hours for clinicians.

Four Attraction Patterns | Articles & Resources | Free Guides
Professional Trainings | Monthly Office Hours

FREE GUIDES FOR PARENTS, EDUCATORS, RABBIS & THERAPISTS

These free PDF guides offer a psychologically grounded approach to commonly misunderstood questions about attraction and sexual identity.

FAQ on Same-Sex Attraction & Identity

Guide to Common Same-Sex Attraction Concerns (PDF)

Guide to Common Sexual Identity Concerns (PDF)

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Upcoming Professional Training:

Understanding Attraction in Clinical Practice

A three-part live training series for clinicians exploring how attraction develops, why certain patterns become especially compelling, and how to work more effectively with confusing, compulsive, or unwanted attractions.

Nov 2, Nov 9 & Nov 16, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 PM ET

Learn More & Register →


MONTHLY OFFICE HOURS

Free monthly consultation hours give clinicians and educators an opportunity to bring questions or difficult cases involving attraction, identity, relationships, sexual behavior, or values conflicts.

Dates and registration coming soon.






Have a question you think the Project should address?
Have a general question about attraction, relationships, identity, or sexual behavior. Selected questions may be addressed in future articles, videos, or Q&A sessions. Email me at kobfran@gmail.com.

Koby Frances PhD | Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Virtual Therapy for dating, attraction and relationship clarity

Online psychotherapy available to clients in New York and Florida.
Licensed psychologist in New York; registered out-of-state telehealth provider in Florida.

Reach out with questions