Gender and Sexuality (LGBTQ+)
According to NAMI Lesbian and Gay adults are more than twice as likely than heterosexual adults to experience a mental health condition
According to NAMI Lesbian and Gay adults are more than twice as likely than heterosexual adults to experience a mental health condition
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning. Additionally identifies include Asexual, Two-spirit, Intersex, Pansexual, Agender, and Gender fluid, among others
Providers at CARE are trained to understand and respect people in the LGBTQ+ community
Using correct names and pronouns is important to us, and we actively try to create a safe and supportive environment
People in the LGBTQ+ community face mental health concerns at higher rates than non-LGBTQ individuals. According to NAMI, people in the LGBTQ community are at higher risks for developing mental health conditions due to the prejudice, stigma, and hostility that they are faced with. Seeking help for mental health can be a struggle, due to fear, discrimination, invalidation, or further harm on the part of professionals. Reluctance to seek help may be reinforced by past mental health practices that have actually harmed those in the LGBTQ community, such as conversion therapy.