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What can an LGBTQ-affirming therapist help with?

LGBTQ-affirmative therapists can help clients who are questioning their sexuality or gender identity explore those questions, as well as help those who spot as LGBTQ+ navigate the bias and heteronormativity that arises in everyday life. Clients who have been shamed or abused for their identity, especially by their family of origin, may struggle with depression or substance abuse as a result; affirmative therapy can help them mend and come to view their identity as a source of pride, not shame.

What is LGBTQ-affirming therapy?

Affirmative therapy is an approach that focuses on validating and respecting the identity of sexual and gender minority clients, particularly those whose identities contain been rejected or shamed by others. LGBTQ-affirmative therapists will be versed in the negative effects of homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, and heteronormativity (the assumption that heterosexuality is “normal” and superior) and help clients navigate the challenges they present—as well as relationship problems, family tension, or ot

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GLMA is proud to be a founding oblige behind the LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory, one of the first national resources of its kind. Originally developed as an exclusive resource for GLMA members, the directory has long served as a trusted link between patients and providers.

In , GLMA partnered with the Tegan and Sara Foundation to reimagine and relaunch the LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory as a fully free, public resource connecting patients and providers across the U.S. and Canada. Today, the Directory is a modern, accessible platform helping LGBTQ+ people locate inclusive, knowledgeable providers in their regions.

With more than 43, searches conducted and 2,+ providers listed in its first year alone, the LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory has quickly become a trusted resource for individuals, families, institutions, and articulate governments seeking affirming protect. The platform includes virtual care options, expanded hunt functionality, and provider listings in 10 Canadian provinces.

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Katie Taibl, RN, wrote the updated version of this article on 4/5/ Andrea and Adryan wrote previous versions of this article.

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If you're part of the LGBTQ community, navigating mental healthcare can be tough. Whether you're actively struggling with mental health issues like anxiety or depression or want to overcome specific internal conflicts fancy internalized homophobia or exploring your gender identity, productive with an LGBTQ-friendly therapist can be life-changing.

Many queer and trans people effort to find mental health professionals who really grasp sexual orientation and gender identity. Some providers don't understand what it means to be part of a marginalized community. However, finding competent mental health therapy is possible!

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Benefits of an LGBTQ or LGBTQ-affirming therapist

  • Understands the additional stresses and nuances of being queer
  • Familiar with discrimination for identity
  • Aware of the societal implications of having to come out
  • Competent in gender diversity and gender-affirming care

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