Ed Bell
Dating and relationship coach for gay and bi men
| Hourly rate range | $80 to $140 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Dating for menOnline dating and appsLGBTQ datingApproach anxiety and confidenceTexting and first datesConfidence and self-esteem |
| Works with | Men and LGBTQ+ |
| Also coaches | Life coach |
| Credentials | Certified dating and relationship coach |
| Practice | Better Gay Dating |
Ed Bell is a certified dating and relationship coach who works with gay, bi and queer men. He runs Better Gay Dating and hosts a podcast on the topic. His focus is helping men get past the blocks that stop them from finding real love and connection. He teaches practical tools for apps and meeting people in person. He also works on self-worth and dating-related shame. He describes his style as part empathetic friend and part no-nonsense therapist.
What Ed helps with
Ed helps gay and bi men who feel stuck in dating. He covers both the practical side of meeting people and the inner work that holds men back.
- Ghosting and app conversations that go nowhere
- Making dating apps work in your favor
- Meeting people in person
- Building emotional availability and spotting it in others
- Working out what you want and need in relationships
- Building self-worth and confidence
- Healing dating-related shame, trauma and avoidance
- Communicating your needs with confidence
Who Ed works with
Ed coaches gay, bi and queer men. His clients include men who feel less confident than they want to be. Others had a bad experience that left dating feeling hopeless. Some are not sure where to find the kind of relationships they want.
How Ed works
Ed splits his coaching into two parts. The first is emotional clarity. This covers your true wants and needs, emotional availability, self-worth, and healing dating-related shame and avoidance. The second is practical tools. This covers using the apps well, making connections in person, and communicating your needs. He starts with a free discovery call.
Background and qualifications
Ed is a certified dating and relationship coach. He runs Better Gay Dating, a coaching practice for gay and bi men. He also hosts a podcast and offers a free mini-course, a blog and a newsletter. His business is run through Earth Sign Enterprises Ltd, which is registered in England and Wales.
Ed Bell pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one relationship coaching
- Free discovery call
- Free mini-course
- Podcast
- Courses
Ed Bell reviews
The CoachVouch take
Ed focuses only on gay, bi and queer men and pairs practical dating skills with work on shame and self-worth.
Best for gay and bi men who feel stuck with apps, ghosting or low confidence and want both skills and inner work.
Common questions
How much does Ed Bell charge?
Coaching with Ed runs $80 to $140 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Ed Bell help with?
Ed Bell helps with ghosting and app conversations that go nowhere, making dating apps work in your favor, meeting people in person and building emotional availability and spotting it in others.
Is Ed Bell certified?
Ed Bell lists: Certified dating and relationship coach.
Does Ed Bell only coach gay and bi men?
Yes. His practice is built for gay, bi and queer men.
Does Ed offer a free first step?
Yes. He offers a free discovery call and a free mini-course.
How do I contact Ed Bell?
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