Celebrating Pride Month and Beyond June, A.K.A. Pride Month, is my favorite time of the year. I love the parades, the sense of community and belonging, the countless parties and drag performances, the heightened awareness of LGBTQIA+ issues and advocacy, and the...
Breaking Barriers: The Importance of Culturally Competent Counseling Mexican food was a big part of my growing up. My dad’s family used to own a Mexican restaurant and his recipes made their way onto all of our holiday tables. When I first went to college and told my...
Contents Jump To: 1. Love them 2. Take your opinion to your own support group – not to your child 3. Be respectful of wishes and boundaries 4. This might feel confusing 5. Be your child’s advocate 6. This is something to celebrate! Your child worked up the...
Table Of Contents Unveiling the Complexities of Brain Sexuality and Gender Identity The Birth of Brain Sexuality Brain Sexuality Development Brain Sexuality vs. Physical Appearance Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Gender Identity The Spectrum of Identity...
Contents This post is a continuation from a previous blog, read part 1 here! Jump To: 1. Queer representation: the good, the bad, the ugly 2. Adolescent sexuality and empowerment 3. How can comprehensive sex ed protect and empower LGBTQIA+ youth? 1. Queer...
Contents Jump To: 1. Intro 2. What is comprehensive sex ed? 3. The state of sex ed in America 1. Intro Sex education can seem awkward and even intimidating as a subject to broach with your loved one, especially if they are exploring their identity within the...