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Richard Hogeboom, Stanford PhD
Founder & CEO, Yes and Relating
Meet Richard Hogeboom - dating enthusiast, love scientist, and your guide to finding "the one" even in wild times. (Yes, he found his perfect match during a pandemic!) This Stanford PhD and UCLA MBA isn't your typical dating coach. Think part relationship researcher, part improv master, and part love-life architect. Richard walks the talk - after matching with his partner Dena during peak lockdown, a simple park walk turned into a thriving 5-year adventure. His secret sauce? Blending "yes, and" (everything is possible) energy with strategic smarts. Whether you're navigating dating apps, exploring cross-cultural connections, or diving back into dating after 50, Richard's got your back. He's especially brilliant at helping you: - Discover your dating superpowers (yes, you have them!) - Turn dating frustrations into opportunities - Stand out authentically in the crowd - Build relationships that actually last Speaking of standing out - with 15+ years of international experience and fluency in Spanish, Richard brings a global perspective to local love. He's living proof that despite the eye-rolls modern dating might trigger, finding your person is totally possible with the right mindset, tools, and guide. Ready to turbocharge your love life? Grab a free 20-minute consultation with Richard and start writing your own success story. Because in the end, love isn't just possible - it's probable! 🚀❤️

Laurel S. Justice
M.A. | Director of Yes And Initiatives
Meet Laurel Justice—Artist, psychotherapist, transformational life coach, speaker, retreat guide, consultant to heart-centered organizations and now, dating enthusiast. How did that last part happen, you say? Flashback to 2020: after 32 years of marriage, Laurel found herself single living in a mountain town with more bears than people. She realized she felt totally at ease with her girlfriends but a bit out of practice around men. In true Laurel fashion, she decided to shake things up with an audacious experiment: 56 dates with 56 different men at age 56. Each was a one-hour coffee, hike, or Zoom—pandemic rules apply. What started out as an exercise in dating jitters on loop, became a playful practice of self discovery. The whole adventure inspired an art collection, “Swipe: Abstract Adventures in Dating Apps,” which debuted in 2023 at Surface Gallery in Colorado Springs, CO. Whether you’re ready for a fresh start after a long-term relationship/marriage or just itching to break out of your comfort zone, Laurel’s here to show you what’s possible. Some of her offerings include: -Building Emotional Resilience in Dating -Intuition & Boundaries: Trusting Yourself in Dating -Playful Confidence: Turning Vulnerability into Adventure -Healing and Letting Go of Past Relationship Patterns -Dating as a Spiritual Journey Nowadays, after having met many interesting men, made several good friends, had a few romantic partners, and continues to date with a life partner in mind, Laurel wholeheartedly offers her expertise to the Yes And Relating community!

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What service should I start with?You can start with any of our services. For those beginning their dating journey and need help getting started, we recommend our Speed Dating Events, and our books and podcasts . For those who are experienced with dating, but struggle to find the right connections, we recommend the workshops and coaching.
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I'm in a relationship and need help. What services do you offer for this?We offer personalized one-on-one coaching and group coaching. These are perfect for people who need a more refined approach to their specific relationship. Please contact us here to request this service.
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Do you have any online dating services?Yes! Our events and workshops are sometimes hosted virtually. Please check our events and workshops pages to learn more about upcoming virtual services. We also have one-on-one coaching and group coaching which is available online.
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