I help gay men heal the hidden shame that keeps them stuck — so they can finally feel enough, live authentically, and build a life they’re proud of.
I guide you out of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and quiet self-doubt… and into emotional freedom, confidence, and real self-trust.
If you’ve spent years performing, shrinking, or hustling for validation — this is where you break that cycle for good.
Because you deserve more than just coping.
You deserve to feel whole, grounded, and unapologetically yourself.
Unstuck & Unashamed
A 12-Week Program to Help Gay Men Heal Shame, Feel Enough, and Live Authentically.
Unstuck & Unashamed is the journey where gay men finally release the hidden shame that’s been running their lives—and rise into confidence, authenticity, and emotional freedom.
Through this program, you’ll uncover the beliefs that keep you stuck, learn how to create real inner safety, heal the root of perfectionism and people-pleasing, and rebuild self-worth from the inside out.
By the end, you won’t just feel better—you’ll feel like yourself again. Grounded. Confident. Enough.
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Testimonials
From the moment I heard Derick was stepping into health coaching, I knew I had to reach out. He had already impacted my life as a leader, someone who connected with people not through authority, but through genuine presence, empathy, and insight. Coaching only deepened what was already there in him: a rare ability to truly see people.
Derick doesn’t come with quick fixes or surface-level remedies. He listens, deeply, and reads between the lines in a way that makes you feel not just heard, but understood. He reflects back how you’re showing up in your life, gently aligning you with your core values, and helping you uncover your own truth. His gift is not in solving your problems for you, but in holding space so you can rise into your own clarity and strength.
His passion for helping people feel whole, grounded, and alive was always there, coaching just gave it a name. Working with Derick is less about being “coached” and more about being guided back to yourself by someone who deeply cares.
E. McLaughlin
I've worked with Derick for almost a year now and it has been one of the most meaningful investments I’ve made in myself. When I first began coaching with him last March, I was navigating a number of challenges in various spheres of my life. Today, I can genuinely say that many of the issues that once felt overwhelming have been worked through with clarity, grounding, and real progress — and Derick’s guidance has been central to that transformation.
What sets Derick apart is the unique blend of professionalism, care, humour, authenticity, and genuine love he brings to his work. He creates a space where you feel both supported and challenged in all the right ways. His ability to listen deeply, reflect thoughtfully, and offer insight with compassion has helped me understand myself more clearly and show up with greater confidence and authenticity in my relationships, both at work and in my personal life.
Derick has a remarkable talent for helping you see patterns you may have missed on your own, and those insights have been invaluable. I’ve consistently felt seen, heard, and valued throughout our work together — and that sense of safety and respect has made all the difference.
I’m deeply grateful for the growth this coaching journey has brought into my life, and I wholeheartedly recommend Derick to anyone seeking a coach who is not only skilled and wise, but also profoundly human in the best possible way.
A. Boghoshkan
"Working with Derick has been such an eye-opening experience. His guidance has helped me gain clarity, challenge old patterns, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change. I highly recommend his services if you are looking to have a healthy, happy life!"
S.Brownfield
“Derick is a very open minded and accepting coach who truly believes in your ability to overcome your current struggles and create a better future. He has helped me in countless ways to overcome my inner conflicts.”
L.Greene