Introduction As a therapist dedicated to providing compassionate and inclusive mental health support to Two Spirit, trans, nonbinary, and queer adults, I was eager to delve into Relationally Queer by Silva Neves and Dominic Davies. This book, part of the Pink Therapy series, is a groundbreaking exploration of gender, sex,...Read More

Introduction “People think about therapy as something that involves going in and undoing what’s happened, but whatever your past experiences created in your brain, the associations exist, and you can’t just delete them. You can’t get rid of the past. Therapy is more about building new associations, making new healthier...Read More

Introduction The Haunted Self: Structural Dissociation and the Treatment of Chronic Traumatization by Onno van der Hart, Ellert R. S. Nijenhuis, and Kathy Steele is a deeply influential work in the field of trauma therapy, particularly for those of us who regularly engage with clients experiencing complex and chronic trauma....Read More

Introduction In Decolonizing Therapy: Oppression, Historical Trauma, and Politicizing Your Practice, Jennifer Mullan, a clinical psychologist and founder of Decolonizing Therapy, offers a powerful exploration of how systemic oppression, historical trauma, and the politicization of therapy intersect. As therapists who are neurodivergent, and queer—Laura Hoge, LCSW, LICSW, RSW, and myself,...Read More

Introduction For those curious about therapy, attachment theory, and the complexities of consensual nonmonogamy (CNM), “Polysecure: Attachment, Trauma, and Consensual Nonmonogamy” by Jessica Fern is a revolutionary read. As a psychotherapist and expert in nonmonogamous relationships, Fern provides a detailed exploration of how attachment theory—traditionally applied to monogamous relationships—can be...Read More

Introduction Essie Dennis’ Queer Body Power (2022) is a vital and timely exploration of queer identity, body image, and the intersections of gender, race, and ability. This book goes beyond the surface of body positivity, diving deeply into the personal and political realities that shape how queer bodies are viewed,...Read More

Introduction As society continues to evolve, so too do the ways we navigate love and relationships. Consensual non-monogamy is becoming increasingly common, with studies showing that approximately 1 in 5 people in North America have engaged in some form of non-monogamous relationship, whether through polyamory, open relationships, or other ethically...Read More

Introduction In my years as a psychotherapist working with neurodivergent individuals, I’ve encountered a growing body of research that underscores the complex and often intertwined relationship between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and gender diversity. A recent systematic review on ASD and gender dysphoria/incongruence revealed a pooled prevalence estimate of ASD...Read More

Introduction: A Story of Purpose and Meaning in Unlikely Places My own journey to finding meaningful work has been complex, shared in The New York Times, InStyle, and Maclean’s Magazine. After years of a thriving freelance career in copywriting, working for renowned agencies and building a solid client base, everything...Read More

Introduction Navigating identity in today’s world can be challenging for anyone, but for non-binary individuals, the journey comes with unique complexities and triumphs. Jamie Windust’s In Their Shoes captures these nuances with grace, wit, and unflinching honesty, offering readers a vivid and intimate glimpse into the life of a non-binary...Read More