Understanding the Importance of LGBTQI+ Affirmative Therapy
In a world that often defaults to heteronormativity, individuals who identify as LGBTQI+ frequently navigate additional layers of misunderstanding, stigma, and even trauma simply for being who they are. While societal awareness is slowly shifting, many people still grow up internalizing the message that anything outside the traditional mold of gender or sexuality is “different” or “wrong.” For those seeking support through therapy, these cultural messages can be a heavy burden. That’s where LGBTQI+ affirmative therapy plays a crucial and transformative role.