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Finding your own path in the landscape of mental health can be hard for people all across the LGBTQ+ spectrum. For bisexuals in particular, the trip through discovery and acceptance and into better mental wellbeing is marked by unique struggles. In this article, let’s explore how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can be applied to our experiences as bisexual people. We’ll explore how the skills from the four key modules of DBT can be adapted to work for bisexual people specifically. Though DBT was not designed with us in mind, it can still provide valuable tools for exploring our identity and for accepting and challenging the specific stigma and discrimination we face as queer people. 

What are the top five misconceptions about bisexual people? Bisexuality is a significant and common part of human sexuality, although it is often misunderstood and misrepresented. Within the LGBTQ+ community and beyond, many myths and misconceptions persist. The pervasiveness of these misunderstandings casts a shadow on the experiences of bisexual individuals, and their self-esteem can take a hit. As a psychologist specializing in queer issues, it's critical to me to address these myths head on, and provide clarity for people exploring their sexual identities. By debunking these myths about bisexuality, we can deepen our understanding, acceptance, and support for bisexual people everywhere.

Within the tapestry of the queer community, bisexual people find themselves navigating a unique set of snarls. Among these challenges, one of the most ensnaring is bisexual erasure: the process whereby the B in LGBTQ+ gets hidden, dismissed, or denied. This experience diminishes the validity and the visibility of bisexuality within the queer community itself and society at large. In this article, we will pick apart the threads of bisexual erasure, exploring the causes, the impact, and most importantly, the power of bisexual stories in combating that erasure.

March is Bisexual+ Health Awareness Month. That makes it a great time to highlight bisexual stories and talk about a 2023 study conducted at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Let’s dive into what participants shared about their experiences as bisexual women of color: the struggles they face and the strengths they rely on to make it through.

Dialectical behavior therapy is an evidence-based treatment with a strong body of research to support it. Will it work for you personally? Read on to discover a list of four pros and cons of DBT therapy, to help you decide for yourself if it would be effective for you to try.

Forming queer community is often spoken about as the cure for loneliness for LGBTQ+ people. But how do you go about building it? This article explores different strategies for how we can connect with our queer family. Let’s take a close look at research published in the Journal of Lesbian Studies that explores the strategies one group of Black lesbians use for constructing LGBTQ+ community.

Today we’ll explore one specific tool designed to help you deepen your understanding of your sexual orientation and identity. Originally developed by groundbreaking researcher and founder of the American Institute of Bisexuality, Dr. Fred “Fritz” Klein, this tool is designed to give you a deeper look at various parts of your sexual orientation. The grid teases apart some of the overlapping threads of sexual identity to help you look more closely at the different components that make up this part of you. My hope is that this tool gives you a place to start thinking about your own sexual orientation with nuance and joy!

Welcome to a detailed resource on chest binding, tailored specifically for LGBTQ+ adults. As a therapist specializing in queer-affirmative therapy, I understand the importance of feeling comfortable in your body. Chest binding can be a useful tool for people experiencing discomfort related to their torso area. It’s important to approach this safely. In this article, we'll explore some of the ins and outs of chest binding, from picking the right product to maintaining physical and mental well-being while you use it.

The importance of building a strong and supportive queer community cannot be overstated. For us in the LGBTQ+ community, finding a sense of belonging and connection is crucial for navigating the complexities of identity and relationships. However, building such a community can come with its own set of challenges, from overcoming internalized shame to traveling huge swaths of land. In this article, we'll explore five actionable steps that can help you in forming queer community, one that is grounded in authenticity, inclusivity, and mutual care.

The B in LGBTQ+: how many people claim it? Let’s explore how many people identify as bisexual, where those numbers come from, and what those numbers miss. We’ll also take a deep dive into what it means to come out as bisexual, according to new research out of the Netherlands.