Molly Carroll, MA, LPC
Molly Carroll, MA, LPC
Gina Muñoz, the Trevor Project's Board Chair Teaches Us How Accepting Our Sexuality Means Accepting Our True Selves
Gina Muñoz, the Trevor Project's Board Chair Teaches Us How Accepting Our Sexuality Means Accepting Our True Selves
Gina Muñoz, the Trevor Project's Board Chair Teaches Us How Accepting Our Sexuality Means Accepting Our True Selves
Thursday 16th June 2022
Gina Muñoz shares her journey of self-acceptance and supporting LGBTQ+ youth with Molly Carroll. Tune in for an inspiring discussion.
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Get the buttons here!Gina Muñoz on Embracing Your True Self and Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth
I think that everyone should try to accept themselves, find their soul and really just be proud of who you are, no matter what you are or who you think you are or who anyone wants to be.
Picture yourself at a wedding, feeling a bit out of place among a group of highly educated strangers. That's where Molly Carroll first met Gina Muñoz, who, with a simple question, made her feel instantly accepted. In this heartfelt episode of 'Cracking Open with Molly Carroll', Gina Muñoz, the Board Chair of the Trevor Project, shares her journey of self-acceptance as a gay Mexican American woman raised in a Catholic family in Texas.
Gina's story is one of resilience and empathy. She talks about the struggles she faced growing up in an environment that didn't always reflect her identity. Her experiences have fueled her passion for creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth through her work with the Trevor Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people. Throughout the conversation, Gina and Molly discuss the profound impact of acceptance and representation on mental health.
They delve into the challenges that many LGBTQ+ teens face and the critical need for resources and supportive communities. Gina offers practical advice for those grappling with their identity and emphasizes the importance of allies in fostering an inclusive society. The episode wraps up on a hopeful note, highlighting the progress made in LGBTQ+ rights and advocacy while acknowledging the work still to be done.
Gina's insights are not only inspiring but also a reminder of the power of acceptance and support. If you're interested in understanding more about self-acceptance and how to support LGBTQ+ youth, this episode is a must-listen.