I'm Robert. I grew up in Chicago and traveled a lot during my university years, studying in Beijing, and traveling/living for brief stints in Philadelphia, Boston, Alaska, and India. After finishing my undergraduate program, I moved to Shanghai for several years, and then backpacked through Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos for 9 months. I then spent 2 years living in California before making New York City my home. I currently live in Brooklyn, though still love to travel with a backpacker kind of sensibility, always hoping to find the local spots and meet interesting people along the way. I work as a psychotherapist, and am an open and fairly warm person. I'm an easy going creative type, really interested in new experiences and good conversation. I have a two bedroom apartment in Brooklyn. If you stay with me, you will have your own room with a bed. Note: This is a mostly clothing free apartment, suitable for likeminded travelers. It seems common that people don’t read through the profiles of potential hosts. So, if you’ve read so far, please reference this point in your request. Also note that social nudism is just social, and does not imply sex. Please: no visitors while staying at my place, no smoking inside, no drugs (aside from cannabis and/or alcohol which are legal in NYC, and in moderation!).... basically just be a low-key and considerate visitor. I would also welcome and give preference to any surfers who speak French or Mandarin and are interested in talking with me a bit in their language. My French is very basic but I’m working to learn. My mandarin is better but not recently practiced. Thanks!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I've done a lot of unconventional travel and really benefited from the unexpected connections I've made along the way, especially while traveling solo (which I still do fairly often). I love people who like to travel, and who want to talk and share their thoughts and stories. I also really enjoy having community throughout the world.

Interests

• arts
• music
• jazz
• psychology
• beaches
• comedy
• comedy clubs
• bodywork

What I Can Share with Hosts

People I've stayed with say I quickly feel like an old friend. I love banter and spending time together. I'm also really respectful, and (when not hanging out) a generally quiet guest.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Cambodia, Canada, China, Colombia, France, Germany, Greece, India, Italy, Laos, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

China