What “Affirming Care” Really Means in Therapy and Why It Matters for LGBTQIA+ Clients
Reviewed by Lisette Lahana, MSW, LCSW — clinical director of Authentic Alliance and bilingual therapist with 25+ years of experience in trauma, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQIA+ care. If you’ve been searching for individual or couples therapy, you’ve likely seen the phrase “LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.” But what does that actually mean? Is it just about using […]
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Couples Communication and Conflict Cycles
Overview In long-term relationships, conflict is not the problem. The pattern around conflict is. Many couples and partners find themselves having the same argument in different forms: one person pushes for answers, the other shuts down, and both end up feeling unheard. Over time, these cycles can create distance, resentment, and a sense of emotional […]
