The People Behind PRESENCE
We're not just writers—we've lived the long distance life.
Maya Chen
Editor-in-Chief
Former relationship therapist with 8 years of personal LDR experience. Maya brings both professional expertise and lived experience to every article.
Jake Morrison
Tech & Products Editor
Former product designer who spent 18 months in a long-distance relationship between SF and NYC. Jake tests every gadget we recommend.
Sophie Brennan
Lifestyle & Gift Editor
Former magazine writer who did two years long-distance during grad school. Sophie specializes in finding gifts that actually mean something.
Marcus Webb
Research Contributor
PhD in Communication Studies specializing in relationship maintenance. Marcus translates academic research into practical insights.
Our Editorial Standards
Every person on this team has been in a long distance relationship. That's not a coincidence—it's a requirement. We don't write about LDRs from a distance (pun intended). We write from experience.
When we recommend a product, at least one team member has personally used it. When we cite research, we've read the original studies. When we share advice, we've tested it in our own relationships.
This isn't a content farm. It's a resource built by people who understand what you're going through.