How gender stereotypes affect gay and lesbian relationships In a gay or lesbian relationship, gender stereotypes can have a negative impact. Stereotypically speaking, gay men are often depicted as weak, flamboyant, or over-the-top. Lesbians, on the other hand, are portrayed as masculine, butch, or strong. Yet, what happens when those stereotypes are applied in a
My spouse isn’t supportive of my transgender child, how can I help? Parenting is a team effort, but that doesn’t mean you’re going to agree on everything. From whether or not to get a dog, to the right way to fold a towel, small disagreements are bound to pop up from time to time. In
LGBTQ Suicide Is A Plague That Can Be Stopped. Written by an LGBTQ therapist in Long Beach. California legislators passed a bill (Bill (AB) 2246 ) that forces all schools to put suicide prevention plans in place for students in grades 7-12. The bill was backed by The Trevor Project and Equality California. It was
Why Gender Neutral Bathrooms Are Important Recently, I heard a story of a young child who was in Kindergarten (this is a true story). They were trying to figure out their gender. They were born into a female body, but they felt like a boy inside. This child was not asking to be called
Domestic Violence Takes On New Dimensions in LGBTQ Relationships. Written By An LGBTQ Therapist In Long Beach. Domestic violence is a terrible problem for both LGBTQ people and their straight counterparts. It’s a potentially deadly situation that can have dark consequences for everyone involved. But with LGBTQ victims and abusers, their sexuality creates an added
How do I explain a gay family member to my kids? A lot of people seem to have this question, however typically kids are okay with what their parents are okay with. So, unless they ask, you don’t have to explain it. If you were going to visit your straight relative who has a heterosexual
How do I have the sex talk with my gay child? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach. I will be giving information to consider for not only gay kids, but for all kids. I get this question a lot from parents who have a child who is in the LGBTQ community. I always
Things To Know Before You Start Hormone Therapy If you’re just beginning your transition, it’s a meaningful time. But it’s also a time of uncertainty. Odds are, there aren’t many people around you who can tell you what to expect. Hormone therapy is one of the most important steps of the process. When you’re in
Tips On Coming Out To Your Family As Bisexual Many people think coming out as bisexual is the same as coming out as gay or lesbian. Some even think it’s easier. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. Unlike gay people, bisexual people face prejudice and misunderstanding within the community as well as outside.
Finding A Gay Friendly Therapist In Long Beach Whether or not you are out of the closet with your parents, friends, or at work; having your therapist understand the issues that are unique to you is important. You should not ever feel uncomfortable talking (about relationship issues, sex, having children) while you are meeting with
