LGBTQIA+

Embracing Trans Joy: The Impact of Being True to Yourself and Finding Euphoria in Holistic Well-being

in Gender / Gender identity / LGBTQ Issues / Mental Health / Nonbinary / Trans Joy / Transgender  by Adolescent Counseling Services 0 comments

Written By: Andrea Antonio, Clinical Trainee at ACS, Outlet Program WHAT IS TRANS JOY?Trans joy is a radiant celebration of authenticity and profound happiness that arises from living as one’s true, genuine self, liberated from the constraints and expectations imposed by society. It transcends the conventional narratives that often focus solely on the adversities faced […]

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Validating and Including Bisexuality

in Bisexuality / Discrimination / LGBTQ Issues / Relationships / Sexuality  by Adolescent Counseling Services 0 comments

Written By: Kennedy Rothenbuescher, Clinical Trainee at ACS, Outlet Program IN LIFEwe want to make sure that everyone feels included, but what happens when both the LGBTQ+ community and the heterosexual community exclude people who are bisexual? Individuals who are bisexual tend to be outcasted from the LGBTQ+ community, as well as the heterosexual community, […]

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Asexuality: An Explainer

in ACS Institute of Psychotherapy & Training / LGBTQ Issues / Mental Health / Mental Health / Relationships / Sexuality / Society Norms  by Adolescent Counseling Services 0 comments

Written By: Tucker Chopp, Clinical Intern at ACS, Outlet Program what is asexuality? Broadly speaking, it refers to folks who do not experience sexual attraction to others. “Asexual” or “Ace” is often used as an umbrella term to refer to people who consider themselves to be included in the asexual community. A lack of sexual […]

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Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth during the Holidays

in ACS Institute of Psychotherapy & Training / Family Bullying / Intern / LGBTQ Issues / Mental Health / Mental Health / Parenting / Teen self-esteem  by Adolescent Counseling Services 0 comments

Written By: Nat Bricker, Clinical Intern at ACS, Outlet Program for many individuals, the winter holidays can bring a variety of different emotions, from overall positivity and joy, to significant stress. The emotional well-being of LGBTQ+ youth during the holidays is particularly impacted by family dynamics and levels of family acceptance. It is important for […]

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