Lori Marchiando’s Post

Research shows that LGBTQ+ youth are nearly 2.5x more likely to consider suicide than their straight, cisgender peers. Furthermore, 82% of transgender individuals have considered suicide at some point in their lives. This LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Week, I believe that we have to face these difficult facts head-on if we want to address the issue. Many members of the LGBTQ+ community struggle with depression that often comes from experiencing discrimination, social stigma, bullying, or lack of acceptance from friends and family. Everyone deserves to live a happy, healthy, life where they feel supported. That's why it's so important that members of the LGBTQ+ community have access to behavioral health resources tailored to them. Although there are systemic changes that need to be addressed, we can all contribute to improving the mental well-being of LGBTQ+ people. Everyone can play a role in creating a supportive, accepting, and loving environment. #LGBTQHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth #LGBTCommunity

Ever wondered how to boost mental health support for the LGBTQ+ community? Here's a snapshot: - Combatting Stigma: Tackle prejudices and discrimination impacting mental health. - Embracing Identities: Celebrate LGBTQ+ diversity, beyond the binary. - Intersectionality Matters: Understand how LGBTQ+ experiences intersect with race, gender, and socio-economic factors. - Navigating Diversity: Explore varied LGBTQ+ experiences and their impact on resource access. -Community Strength: Highlight resilience and collective efforts against stigma. 🤝 Be a part of the change: Reach out to me at manjeet@welcomingmindfulness.com, to serve the diverse LGBTQ+ community by acknowledging and embracing intersectionality, providing personalized and culturally aware help, and promoting inclusive mental health practices. Together, we can make sure everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. #lgbtq #support #growth

May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth! 🌈 Did you know that LGBTQ+ individuals are 2.5 times more likely to experience depression, anxiety, and substance misuse compared to heterosexual individuals? Even more concerning, a staggering 69% of LGBTQ+ youth are currently facing mental health struggles. At Spectrum Medical, we're committed to making sure every member of the LGBTQ+ community feels safe and heard when it comes to their mental health. Here are some ways we can all help LGBTQ+ patients feel comfortable opening up to a healthcare provider: 1. Providing a safe and inclusive environment where patients can express themselves without fear of judgment. 2. Training our staff to understand the unique needs and experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals. 3. Update your patient-intake forms to be more inclusive by asking for gender-identity and preferred names, for example. Learn more about our mission at spectrummedicalcareaz.com #lgbtq #healthequity #mentalhealth

🌈 Honoring Pride Month: Championing Mental Wellness for the LGBTQ+ Community 🌈 The Facts: Disproportionate Impact: LGBTQ individuals are 2.5 times more likely to experience mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. 60% of LGBTQ youth report feeling so sad or hopeless they stopped doing some of their usual activities. Barriers to Care: Stigma, discrimination, and lack of culturally competent providers often prevent LGBTQ+ individuals from seeking the help they deserve. Our Commitment: At Integral Health, we are proud to have a team of specialized clinicians who are trained in LGBTQ+-affirming therapy and understand the unique needs of this community. This Pride Month, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and reaffirm our commitment to providing accessible and inclusive behavioral healthcare. Let's work together to create a world where all LGBTQ+ individuals feel seen, heard, and supported in their mental health journey. #PrideMonth #MentalHealthMatters #LGBTQ+ #InclusiveCare 🏳️🌈

Potential client asking questions 🤝 confirming potenital therapist compatibility. When a client contacts a potential therapist, either before or during the first session, they can ask the following questions to help them gain a better understanding of a provider's background and approach to LGBTQ+ care: - What is your background and training in providing LGBTQ+-affirming care? - What percent of your caseload identifies as LGBTQ+? - What do you find to be the biggest challenge in the LGBTQ+ community right now? (This question really gauges a provider's understanding of the LGBTQ+ community’s needs and systemic issues.) - What do you enjoy most about working with the queer community as a therapist? (This question demonstrates a provider's capacity to honor and celebrate queer joy.) If it’s important to a client, they can also ask if a provider identifies as LGBTQ+ themselves. While a provider can offer queer-affirming care without identifying as part of the queer community, it’s okay for clients to prefer working with a therapist who shares this important aspect of their identity. #mentalhealthmatters #pridemonth #therapy

🌈 June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate love, identity, and the vibrant diversity of the LGBTQ+ community. It's also a crucial time to acknowledge the challenges many LGBTQ+ young people face. The Trevor Project’s 2023 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ Young People revealed a heartbreaking statistic: 41% of LGBTQ+ young people seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, with roughly half of transgender and nonbinary youth experiencing these thoughts. This Pride Month, let's come together to uplift and protect our LGBTQ+ youth. Everyone deserves to live a life filled with hope, acceptance, and love. 💜 [PIC] #LGBTQ #LGBTQSuicidePrevention #Pride #PrideMonth #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealth #Depressed #Depression #Suicidal #Anxious #Anxiety #Lonely #SuicidePrevention #Help #MentalHealthAwareness #Suicide #Pain #YouAreNotAlone #YouAreEnough

🌈 Pride, Prejudice, and Progress: The Journey to LGBTQ+ Health Equity 🏳️🌈 Cultural tides are shifting — with over 7% of the US population identifying as LGBTQ+ and 25% of Gen Z — there is a sea change in every industry and state. 🌊 But while we celebrate acceptance and visibility — disparities in health, laws, and safety persist. ⚖️ Stressors stemming from historical discrimination and contemporary backlash place LGBTQ+ people of all ages at elevated risk for physical and mental health concerns. 💔 The good news is that solutions exist and by tackling the challenges LGBTQ+ people face — we can enrich our society for all. 💪 Let’s embark on a journey together as agents of change wherever we work and live. 🚀🌍🌟

Navigating relationships can be challenging, but within the LGBTQ+ community, there can be unique dynamics and hurdles. At Relationship Experts, we specialize in helping LGBTQ+ couples like you rebuild love, strengthen communication, and create a resilient foundation for a lasting relationship. Here are a few ways our couples therapy services can help: 1. Safe Space: We create a safe, nonjudgmental environment to explore relationship dynamics and challenges. 2. Understanding: We have expertise in LGBTQ+ issues and understand the nuances of queer relationships, helping couples feel truly seen and heard. 3. Communication: We foster healthy communication skills, vital for navigating general relationship issues as well as the complexities of LGBTQ+ relationships and identities. 4. Validation: We validate the experiences and struggles specific to LGBTQ+ individuals and relationships, offering support and guidance. Whether you're facing conflicts, seeking to strengthen your bond, or simply wanting to grow together, couples therapy can be transformative. To learn more, click here: https://lnkd.in/exWyzqfw #LGBTQCouples #RelationshipGoals #TherapyForAll #LoveIsLove

Bath Mind are proud to be a part of Bath Pride this year! It's important to highlight, celebrate, and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community during Pride month in June, but also, year-round. Being LGBTQ+ doesn’t cause mental ill health, but some things you may go through as an LGBTQ+ person can make you more likely to experience poor mental health. Some things you may go through if you’re LGBTQ+ include homophobia, biphobia and transphobia, experiences of stigma and discrimination, social isolation, exclusion and rejection, and difficulties getting the healthcare you need for reasons such as discrimination, or long waiting lists for gender treatment if you’re trans. The impact that discrimination and isolation have on the mental health of LGBTQ+ people is clear, and avoidable. That’s why we at Bath Mind are committed to supporting the LGBTQ+ community all year around and are excited to be a part of Bath Pride 🌈🎉

Today, The Trevor Project released our inaugural 2024 Mexico National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People, which amplifies the experiences of 10,635 LGBTQ+ young people in Mexico between the ages of 13 and 24. The results of the survey reveal an alarming truth: over 50% of LGBTQ+ youth have considered suicide in the past year. This painful reality disproportionately affects  2 out of 3  #transgender and #nonbinary young people between ages 13-17, a crucial stage of life marked by identity exploration and acceptance. By addressing these factors properly, we can reduce stress and protect LGBTQ+ youth from future harm. It's time for all of us to take concrete actions and provide the necessary support to ensure the health and well-being of all LGBTQ+ youth in Mexico. Every word, support, and action resonates. #YourActionsEcho Check out the survey results ⬇