Please stop using the phrase “identify as” when referring to someone’s identity. It strips away the truth of who they are, reducing their...

5 STARTING POINTS TO FOLLOW FOR LGBTQIA+ AFFIRMING PRACTICE* *Ongoing professional development and supervision is required 1. Ask for...

GREEN FLAGS THAT A THERAPIST MIGHT BE LGBTQIA+ AFFIRMING* They respect your name and pronouns You feel comfortable sharing your identity...

5 STARTING POINTS TO FOLLOW FOR LGBTQIA+ AFFIRMING PRACTICE* 1. Ask for pronouns and preferred names on intake forms or when first...