Systemic oppression refers to the various forms of discrimination and marginalization that individuals face based on their identity. This includes racism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, classism,...
The psychological experience of forgiveness is closely linked to queer spiritual development after religious trauma. Religious trauma refers to the harmful effects of being raised in an abusive or...
How do queer individuals develop psychological resilience in response to persistent discrimination and societal hostility?
Defining Queerness
Queerness is a broad term that refers to people who...
Queer individuals often experience high levels of anxiety before entering into romantic or sexual encounters. This is due to the fear of being judged or rejected based on their identity, which can be...
Despite increased visibility for LGBTQ+ people, there is still much work to be done to ensure that mental health services meet their needs. Queer individuals face unique challenges when it comes to...
Queerness is more than just an identity; it is also a journey that can lead to feelings of alienation and isolation. This article explores how queer individuals who experience these emotions can...
What psychotherapeutic innovations are necessary to address the specific needs of queer clients?
It is important to understand that queerness refers to individuals who do not identify as...
Many LGBT individuals face unique challenges when it comes to accessing mental health services due to systemic barriers such as discrimination, stigma, and limited resources. These barriers can take...
In the context of psychotherapy, language is a crucial tool for understanding and communicating experiences.
It can be challenging to apply traditional models of language to the complexities of...
Medicalization of Queerness
Queerness refers to any nonconforming gender identity or sexual orientation that does not fit into the heteronormative binary categories of male/female and...