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A licensed therapist’s reflections and musings for queer, trans, and other LGBTQIA2S+ folx (and those who love them).
Part Three: What Mental Health Professionals Can Do to Help Clients Heal from Domestic Violence
As mental health professionals, especially if we work with couples and families, we are bound to come across clients who are experiencing or have experienced abuse. It is incredibly important for people in our field of work to have at least some basic training in working with these types of clients. Unfortunately, the basics are often left out of graduate school curricula. Read on to learn how we can help our clients who may have experienced abuse.
Part Two: Let’s Learn About Domestic Violence in Queer and Trans Communities
In queer relationships, the hidden aspects of domestic violence are tenfold that of violence in heterosexual relationships. Queer folx have more trouble finding help escaping from domestic violence or keeping themselves safe if they are continuously experiencing it. This especially includes queer folx with marginalized gender identities.
Part One: October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month – What It Is and How You Can Recognize the Signs
Domestic violence can encompass many different types of abuse and violence, not just physical. Through the next three blog posts, let’s demystify domestic violence in our community and help those who have experienced it in the past, or may be experiencing it now. My hope is that they are able to find reassurance that help is out there, healing is possible, and that they are not alone.