Perspectives on the work

Things worth reading. Not clinical advice โ€” just an honest look at what the work actually involves.

These posts are meant to offer perspective and information โ€” not clinical advice. If something resonates and you want to talk, the door is open.

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What EMDR Actually Feels Like โ€” And Why It Works

A plain-language explanation of what happens in an EMDR session and why the research behind it is so compelling.

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Finding a Therapist Who Actually Gets It: A Guide for Queer Clients

What to look for, what to ask, and what red flags mean it's time to move on.

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Harm Reduction Isn't Giving Up: Rethinking Recovery

Why the all-or-nothing approach to substance use often fails โ€” and what the evidence actually supports.

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You don't have to navigate this alone

A curated list of trusted organizations and crisis resources โ€” especially for the communities I serve.

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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

24/7 crisis support. Call or text 988 from anywhere in the US.

988lifeline.org โ†’
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The Trevor Project

Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people.

thetrevorproject.org โ†’
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SAMHSA National Helpline

Free, confidential treatment referrals for substance use. 1-800-662-4357.

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Colorado LGBTQ Community Center

Local Denver resource for LGBTQ+ community support, events, and services.

coloradolgbtq.org โ†’
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Colorado HIV/AIDS Project

Local support, education, and advocacy for people living with HIV in Colorado.

coloradohivaidsproj.org โ†’
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Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor 24/7.

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Want to go deeper?

Reading can only take you so far. If you're ready to do the work, I'm here.