LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy
who is seeking lgbtqia+ affirming therapy?
Some LGBTQIA+ folx come to therapy for identity-related goals, such as coming out/inviting in, beginning their social or medical transition, and exploring new dating dynamics.
Others may want to work with a therapist who identifies with the community and feels safe exploring other issues, like recovering from trauma or processing grief and loss.
do you use conversion practices?
Conversion practices—shaming and discouraging a client from their true selves—is highly unethical and banned in many parts of the United States.
I do not engage in conversion practices as it causes significant harm and conflicts with my professional ethics.
What gender-affirming services do you offer?
Individual therapy centered on identity exploration and celebration
Family therapy that assists youth with sharing their story and supporting caring adult(s)
Letters of support for those accessing gender-affirming healthcare such as hormone therapies and gender-affirming surgeries
Couple’s therapy to support a partner’s transition, polyamorous exploration, and life changes
