Embracing LGBTQ+ Youth: Guidance from Colin Baker LPC
Let me live as me and let me be able to be me and be like out there as me, like out in the world and be out in the world as me and then come back now home and also be able to be me and be safe here when I'm not necessarily going to be safe out there.
How do you support and love a friend, child, or family member who identifies as LGBTQ+? In this episode of The Real Common Treatable Podcast, host Clint Mally sits down with Colin Baker LPC to tackle these crucial questions. Colin brings a wealth of experience and compassion to the conversation, offering practical advice and heartfelt insights on how to be an ally.
They cover essential topics like understanding gender identity, navigating name changes and pronouns, and recognizing the unique challenges faced by transgender individuals. But it's not just about the technicalities; Colin emphasizes the importance of empathy, listening, and creating safe spaces where LGBTQ+ youth can thrive. They discuss how parents can choose to be supportive figures and why it's vital for everyone to let LGBTQ+ youth be themselves.
Whether you're a parent, friend, or someone seeking to better understand the LGBTQ+ community, this episode offers valuable perspectives that can make a real difference in someone's life. Tune in for an enlightening and supportive discussion that sheds light on how to foster acceptance and love.