by michael munson | Apr 17, 2024
All people deserve the right to use the bathroom that aligns with their gender. Unfortunately, all too often, trans and non-binary people are denied access to public restrooms through legislation or by individuals who decide to police entry. These unjust practices...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Apr 3, 2024
When looking for a therapist, it’s helpful to know what different titles mean. Mental health providers usually have one or abbreviations behind their name which can tell you about their training background and approach to therapy. However, it’s always a...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Jan 3, 2024
While it’s ideal to have a therapist who is both knowledgeable about gender-related issues and informed about sexual assault and trauma, sometimes we may have to choose one or the other. Here are some questions to consider that can help you decide what kind of...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Nov 26, 2023
The Gathering is an opportunity for trans/nonbinary/gender diverse folxs and loved ones to join in a virtual space intentionally rooted in healing. We will explore the opportunity and options of healing as we live in a world that challenges how we exist and our...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Nov 3, 2023
When you have your first session with a new mental health care provider, it can be helpful to evaluate your feelings and determine your next steps. This checklist offers some suggestions for reflecting on a first visit with a therapist and deciding whether or not...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Nov 2, 2023
Emotional safety planning is a process of thinking ahead about the supports and tools that someone can use in a crisis to care for their emotional well-being. With the increase in hate towards trans/nonbinary communities, it’s important that we take care of ourselves...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Sep 3, 2023
Many therapists offer free phone interviews. This is a great opportunity to learn about their approach and determine if they can meet your needs. Here are some questions you may want to ask a potential new therapist.
by Caleb Weinhardt | Aug 1, 2023
Sometimes, it’s hard to know when it’s a good time to seek therapy. This tipsheet includes a list of questions to ask yourself when thinking about how therapy might improve your life.
by Caleb Weinhardt | Jul 27, 2023
Intimate partner violence and sexual violence increase during disasters. Trans/nonbinary communities have a unique set of experiences and needs related to both natural disasters and violence. In this training, we discuss safety planning with trans/nonbinary survivors...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Mar 8, 2023
Trans and non-binary people, especially trans women of color, experience some of the most severe and frequent gender-based violence of any group in the US. Defend Yourself offers practical skills that anyone can learn (you don’t have to be an athlete, or train...
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