LGBT+

How to Be Supportive When Someone You Love Is Trans or Non Binary


Your loved one is trans or nonbinary and you want to truly be in their corner, but you don’t know how and you don’t want to mess up.  It’s okay to have questions, to reflect on ways in which your actions are actually supportive, and to educate yourself. Here are some principles for offering meaningful…

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Navigating Relationships as a Lesbian: Insights from Therapy


In many respects, queer relationships mirror non-queer relationships. On a day-to-day basis, lesbian partners share similar routines, face common relationship challenges, and experience the joys and trials of relationships. However, there are critical differences that stem from the unique experiences of being part of a marginalized community. Let’s consider a few ways that lesbian relationships…

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Navigating Autigender: Understanding the Intersection of Neurodiversity and Gender Identity


In the vibrant neighborhood of Lakeview, Chicago, a growing discussion centers around the nuanced concept of “autigender.” This term, emerging from the intersection of autism and gender identity, offers a profound insight into how some neurodivergent people perceive and relate to their gender. Notably, there is a higher prevalence of diverse gender identities within the…

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Coping with Post-Pride Blues: Strategies for LGBTQIA+ People


Pride Month offers a profound sense of unity and visibility for many queer people, not to mention the fun of parades, festivals, and parties. For many, it’s a period of intense highs, where the joy of recognition, the resilience of shared experiences, and the fervor of advocacy come to the forefront. Being surrounded by people who…

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Embracing LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy for Pride


Pride Month, celebrated every June, commemorates the resilience, diversity, and history of queer and LGBTQ+ people. The origins of Pride trace back to the Stonewall Riots of June 1969, a series of spontaneous protests by members of the LGBTQ+ community in response to a police raid at the Stonewall Inn in New York City. These…

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