Tres opens up about the societal and familial pressures that influenced his decision to undergo conversion therapy

Pride Month is a time to celebrate our vibrant LGBTQ+ community and stand up against discrimination. Join Truth Wins Out as we share powerful interviews with advocates and survivors who are fighting against LGBTQ+ stigma.
Today we present you an eye-opening conversation with Tres Adames, a survivor of ex-gay conversion therapy and pastoral counselor. Tres opens up about his background, the societal and familial pressures that influenced his decision to undergo conversion therapy, and his harrowing experiences with the Exodus program and therapist John Hinson.
Hear how Tres overcame the destructive impacts of these practices and found acceptance as an openly gay man. This interview sheds light on the dangerous realities of conversion therapy and the resilience of those who survive it.