Did You Know?
Strengthening emotional intelligence helps LGBTQIA+ individuals better navigate and manage the unique emotional challenges they may face, fostering resilience and mental well-being.
Learning assertive communication skills empowers LGBTQIA+ members to advocate for themselves effectively, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in various environments.
Setting healthy boundaries can protect LGBTQIA+ individuals from potential discrimination and emotional harm, promoting a safer and more supportive social network.
The ability to establish healthy connections enhances a sense of belonging and community for LGBTQIA+ individuals, which is crucial for emotional support and overall mental health.
RELATE: An LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy Group for Nurturing Self-Love & Relationship Resilience
Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and relationship enrichment in Healthy Intimacy, our inclusive and affirming 12-session group therapy program. Designed and led by Damien Gonsalves, LMFT this group program is committed to celebrating and supporting the unique experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community. The Healthy Intimacy group program emphasizes strengthening Emotional Intelligence, while learning the skills for assertive communication and boundary setting along with the ability to establish healthy connections. This program is a safe space for all, where you will build more empowered and vibrant relationships with both yourself and others, embracing the full spectrum of gender and sexual identities. Join us in this journey of growth and connection in a supportive and understanding environment.
Why Join?
- Embrace your true self.
- Strengthen your relationships.
- Experience empowerment.
- Explore and affirm your unique identity in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
- Pursue holistic personal development.
- Learn effective communication and boundary-setting skills tailored for the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Gain tools for personal empowerment and resilience.
- Address and heal from core issues from the past and create the foundation for lasting, transformative change.
The RELATE Group is led by Damien Gonsalves, LMFT, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialization in LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy. Damien offers a unique blend of solution-oriented therapy and specialized knowledge in trauma-informed care and relationship dynamics. His deep understanding of the distinct relationship challenges and strengths within the LGBTQIA+ community, along with his expertise in group dynamics and skill in fostering and sustaining healthy relationships, adds a critical dimension to the Relate program. With his compassionate leadership, Damien ensures that this program is not just therapeutic but transformative for all participants. Damien offers a unique blend of solution-oriented therapy and specialized knowledge in trauma-informed care and relationship dynamics. His deep understanding of the distinct relationship challenges and strengths within the LGBTQIA+ community, along with his expertise in group dynamics and skill in fostering and sustaining healthy relationships, adds a critical dimension to the Relate program. With his compassionate leadership, Damien ensures that this program is not just therapeutic but transformative for all participants.
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