Abstract This study presents a qualitative exploration of nonbinary gender identities from a counseling framework. We studied 14 participants in an open-ended, online format, all of whom self-identified with nonbinary gender identities. Our analysis explored five primary themes: (a) identity development, (b) heterogenous identities, (c) the identity-expression divide, (d) invisibility and stressors, and (e) resilience and support. Participants’ experiences in counseling and practical implications for counselors working with nonbinary clients are also discussed, including cautions against assumption making, increased need for training and education about nonbinary clients, and nonbinary clients’ perceptions of counselor openness.

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探索非二元性别认同：定性内容分析

摘要 本研究从咨询框架中对非二元性别身份进行了定性探索。我们以开放式的在线格式研究了 14 名参与者，他们都自我认同为非二元性别身份。我们的分析探讨了五个主要主题：（a）身份发展，（b）异质身份，（c）身份表达鸿沟，（d）隐形和压力源，以及（e）弹性和支持。还讨论了参与者在咨询方面的经验以及对与非二元客户合作的咨询师的实际影响，包括对假设的警告、对非二元客户培训和教育的需求增加，以及非二元客户对咨询师开放性的看法。