What Is Polyamory? A Therapist’s Plain‑English Guide to Multiple Loving Relationships
Polyamory is getting mentioned more and more in podcasts, social media, and group chats, but a lot of people still quietly wonder: “Okay, but what is polyamory, really?” This guide is written to answer that early curiosity in plain English, before you ever have to decide whether this is right for you, your relationships, or your therapy goals.
Below, you’ll find accessible definitions, common myths, real-world examples of relationship structures, and gentle guidance on what emotional skills polyamory tends to require. As you read, you don’t have to want polyamory to learn from it; many of the communication tools overlap with healthy monogamy as well.
Polyamory Terms 101: A Beginner's Glossary to the Language of Ethical Non-Monogamy
A beginner-friendly polyamory glossary: 17 key terms—metamour, polycule, NRE, nesting partner and more—defined and brought to life with real-world stories
Transgender Suicide and Self-Harm: Why the Problem Isn't Being Trans and What Helps People Heal
The higher rates of suicide, self-harm, depression, and anxiety we see in transgender communities are often discussed as though they tell us something about transgender people themselves. They don't.
What they tell us is that rejection hurts.
Isolation hurts.
Bullying hurts.
Being questioned, misunderstood, dismissed, or treated as though you don't belong hurts.
An Interview with Carly P.
Carly holds a Master’s degree in Ministry and Theology from Villanova University and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health at Villanova.
They earned their Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, with concentrations in Leadership and Global Understanding, from La Salle University.
The Intersection of LGBTQ Identity and Eating Disorders: Understanding the Deeper Roots
Eating disorders are often misunderstood as being about food, weight, or appearance. In reality, they are disorders of emotion regulation—deeply tied to how people cope with distress, identity conflict, and a need for control. When we examine eating disorder prevalence within LGBTQ communities, both lived experience and empirical research point to a clear conclusion: these disparities are real, measurable, and rooted in systemic and psychological stressors.
May 2026 Newsletter
When “Help” Hurts: What Conversion Therapy Does to Ordinary Kids and Their Families
A few months later, Jamie sat in a different chair, in a different room, across from a counselor their parents had found through church.
“This is about helping you live the life you were meant to live,” the counselor said.
Jamie nodded, eyes fixed on the floor.
That night at dinner, Jamie barely spoke.
“Are you okay?” their mom asked.
“I’m fine.”
“You can tell me anything,” she said.
Jamie hesitated, then shrugged. “I know.”
But something had shifted. The words sounded the same. The meaning didn’t.
What Is EMDR Therapy and How Does It Help Trauma Survivors?
EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a scientifically validated approach that's transforming how trauma survivors—including members of the LGBTQ+ community—recover from their deepest wounds.
Protecting Your LGBTQ+ Child: What Christian Parents Should Know About Conversion Therapy
If you are a Christian parent and your child has come out as LGBTQ+, you may feel torn between your faith and your love for your child. You may be asking hard questions about Scripture, identity, holiness, and what it means to be both truthful and compassionate.
That kind of struggle is real. It deserves patience, not panic.
Many Christian parents are told that conversion therapy is a loving or faithful response. It may be framed as a way to help a child return to God’s design or to prevent a difficult future. But whatever language is used, the practice is the same: an attempt to change or suppress a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. And the evidence is clear that it causes harm.
Why Conversion Therapy Is Harmful: What Parents Need to Know When Their Child Comes Out
If your child has come out to you as LGBTQ+, you may be feeling a mix of love, fear, confusion, grief, and uncertainty. You may be searching for guidance because you want to do the right thing, even if you are not sure what that looks like yet.
An Introduction to Wes Harris
Trans Affirming Books, January 2026
Sober Support for LGBTQ+ Adults Group
The Power of Chosen Family
Finding Support Beyond Biology
Not all families are defined by blood or legal ties. For many, including LGBTQ+ folks and anyone feeling disconnected from relatives, a “chosen family” offers the support, validation, and sense of belonging that may be missing from their family of origin.
How to “Ally” for the Holidays
Auricular Acupuncture - What is it?
Auricular acupuncture is acupuncture that is utilized on the ear. There are multiple maps that can be used, but the predominant map of points is based on the homunculus theory. The homunculus theory shows a map based off the neurological distribution in the body, and is displayed as an overlay of an upside “infant” with large hands, feet, and head.
Massage as Healing: Touch, Trust, and Nervous System Care for Queer & Neurodivergent Folks
For a lot of people I work with, touch is complicated. Maybe because of trauma, dysphoria, chronic pain conditions, or just feeling like their body has never been a safe or comfortable place. A lot of folks are used to dissociating, or shutting down sensations to get through the day.
Massage can offer a way to reconnect with your body in a safe, supportive environment. The pace is slow. There’s lots of communication. You’re always in control of what happens in the session, and nothing is assumed.
Let’s Make Democracy WERK: Fighting Back Against Anti-Trans Attacks
Trans rights are under attack. Learn how Trump’s executive orders are harming trans people and how you can take action to protect trans rights today.
How to Be an LGBTQ+ Ally in Philadelphia This Year
As we head into a new year, there are many meaningful ways to show support and be an active ally to the LGBTQ+ community. Here’s how you can make a difference, with suggestions for resources local to the Greater Philadelphia area.
How to Survive the Holidays (As a Queer Person)
The holiday season can be a mixed bag for queer people. Between family gatherings, nostalgic traditions, and potential challenges in environments that may not fully embrace who you are, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
Here’s your ultimate guide to navigating the holidays as a queer person, filled with practical tips to protect your peace and prioritize your well-being.
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