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Religious Trauma in the LGBTQIA+ Community
Y’all, hey! So, it’s been three months since I’ve made a blog post, and for me, that feels like forever. Because it’s been so long since...

Christina S.
Mar 18, 20245 min read


Queer People and the Holidays: Facing the Unique Challenges Impacting the Queer Community
The holiday season can be a joyful time for many, but it can also pose unique challenges for members of the queer community . It’s...

Christina S.
Dec 1, 20233 min read


The Importance of Acceptance and Authenticity within the LGBTQ+ Community
In a previous blog, we discussed the impact of discrimination and stigma within the coming out process for LGBTQ folks . As we discuss...

Christina S.
Oct 16, 20233 min read


Addressing LGBTQ+ Trauma: The Impact of Discrimination and Stigma on the Coming Out Process
If you’ve been to this blog before then you know Revitalizing Inner Self Essence is owned by a black queer therapist . As a black queer...

Christina S.
Oct 9, 20233 min read


Black Women Deserve Better: Healing from Racial Trauma
Black Women’s Unfiltered Reality This blog post is not going to be wrapped in a bow. If you’re looking for that while talking about the...

Christina S.
Sep 5, 20233 min read


EMDR for the Black Queer Community
I’ve been thinking about something lately. In fact, I’ve been thinking deeply about healing for Black LGBTQ folks. Many Black LGBTQ+...

Christina S.
Aug 9, 20233 min read


3 Manifestations of Domestic Violence in LGBTQ+ Relationships
June 1 marks the beginning of Pride month. While Pride “month” is every day for me, this year something feels different. So much so that...

Christina S.
Jun 2, 20217 min read
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