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The Use of Photovoice with the LGBTQIA+ Community: A Systematic Review Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2024-01-31 Daniela Pinheiro, Lia Araújo, Liliana Sousa
Photovoice is a community-based participatory action research method used with vulnerable groups, being LGBTQIA+ one of the groups addressed. This systematic review aims to understand the use of ph...
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From the Editor Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2024-01-31 Jeff Moe, Shelby Dillingham, Yusuf Barburoglu
Published in Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling (Vol. 18, No. 1, 2024)
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Revisiting Resilience and Thriving in the LGBTGEQIA + Community: Conceptual Issues and New Directions Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2024-01-31 Deb Crawford
Individuals in the LGBTGEQIA + community continue to experience unique stressors to those in the dominant majority around discrimination and prejudice. These experiences may negatively affect LGBTG...
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The Continued Exploration of Self-Acceptance: Creating a Normative Sample and Examining the Incremental Validity of the FSA-SGI Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2024-01-31 Marion E. Toscano
Whether in research or clinical setting, the use of standardized measures allows for more accurate comparisons and interpretations. To this end and to better understand the Factors of Self-Acceptan...
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Queens of Color: What It Means to Be a Black Drag Queen Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2024-01-31 Jeff D. Tucker
Despite the increased attention surrounding drag in society and the mainstream media, there remains a paucity of research on the distinct subcultures that comprise the overall drag community. The f...
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Investigating Slut Shaming of Men in LGBTQIA + Communities: A Qualitative Exploratory Study Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Kassie R. Terrell, Nathan Quinn, Brandi Velasquez Nash, Lena Salpietro
Little research explores the experiences of slut shaming of sexual minorities. This qualitative study explored the phenomenon of slut shaming among men in the LGBTQIA + communities. Semi-structured...
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A Preliminary Validation of Gender Minority Stress and Resilience Measure in Turkish Transgender Individuals Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Ardıl Bayram Şahin, Deniz Büyükgök, Ömer Uysal, Işın Baral Kulaksizoğlu
Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC) individuals experience stress due to discriminatory events in society. This stress causes them to become vulnerable to physical and mental health proble...
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Collecting Gender Identities in Counseling Research: A Content Analysis Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Laura E. Welfare, Jordan B. Westcott, Frances McCarty, H. Smith
Counseling researchers are called to honor participants of all gender identities. A 10-year content analysis of 471 empirical studies in The Journal of Counseling & Development, Counselor Education...
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Disparity Reduction Diagnoses: LGBTGEQIAP + Clients and the New DSM-5-TR Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Nicole Noble, Logan Winkelman, Loretta Bradley, Bret Hendricks, Audrey Zatopek, Matthew Flinchum
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) contains numerous changes relevant to disparity-reduction practices, which were focused on prevent...
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A Critical and Intersectional Approach to Support Multiracial Non-Binary Counseling Students Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Philippa Chin, Aishwarya Nambiar, Mary Kate Curry
The authors highlight the intersectional identities of multiracial non-binary counseling students and their inequitable experiences within counselor education. A review of existing research reveals...
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Configurations of Sexual and Vocational Identity Processes Among Sexual Minority College Students Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Joshua G. Parmenter, Renee V. Galliher, Ryan Berke, Tyson S. Barrett
Sexual minority college students (N = 414) were recruited through a Qualtrics panel to explore sexual and vocational identity configurations. Using latent profile analysis, four distinctive latent ...
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The Lived Experiences of Dating Post Social Transition Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-10-31 J. D. Neubauer, John-Paul Blix, Amanda Papakee, Kait Hutson, Lashanta Boyce, Jason Cleveland, Heather Morgan-Sowada
A hermeneutic phenomenological study explored transgender or gender non-binary individuals’ dating and relationship experiences after undergoing social transition. Participants had to be at least 1...
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From the Editor Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Jeff Moe, Shelby Dillingham, Yusuf Barburoglu
Published in Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling (Vol. 17, No. 4, 2023)
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Heterosexism and Mental Health Distress among LGBTGEQIAP + Individuals in the South: Influence of Context Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Melanie Walsh, Rebecca M. Goldberg
Utilizing minority stress theory, our study examines the relationship between heterosexist climate in high school and LGBTGEQIAP + individuals’ mental health. For a state needs assessment, 500 part...
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From the Editor Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-08-21 Jeff Moe, Shelby Dillingham
Published in Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling (Vol. 17, No. 3, 2023)
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Development of the Asexual Stigma Inventory Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-08-21 Jared W. Boot-Haury
Abstract The present study describes the development and validation of the Asexual Stigma Inventory (ASI). This scale addresses limitations in the literature related to measuring stigmatizing experiences of asexual adults. After an initial exploratory factor analysis (Sample 1: N = 246), the results of a confirmatory factor analysis (Sample 2: N = 400) supported the proposed model consisting of two
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The Effects of Cyberbullying and Non-consensual Sexting on Gender Minority Stress and Psychological Functioning in Transgender Adults Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-08-21 Alexander J. Mussap, Elizabeth M. Clancy, Bianca Klettke
Abstract Despite the comparative safety of online environments, transgender and gender diverse (TGD) people can be exposed to cyberbullying and non-consensual sexting. An online survey of 146 TGD adults examined whether this contributes to gender minority stress. Multiple mediation analyses revealed links between cyberbullying and gender victimization, and between non-consensual sexting and victimization
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“I’m More than Just My Gender”: The Experiences of Today’s Transgender and Gender Expansive Youth Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-08-21 M. N. Saltis, Claire Critchlow, Jennifer Fulling-Smith
Abstract This manuscript shares results from an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis study of how nine transgender and/or gender expansive youth (TGEY), aged 13–17, experienced their gender identities and additional intersecting identities. Participants attended two 60–90 min semi-structured interviews. The findings explore all the other “things” that often get left out of studies on TGEY-who are
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Well-Being Disparities between LGBPQ Individuals and Heterosexual Individuals During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Implications for Counselors Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-08-21 Thomas M. Toomey, Elizabeth M. Combs, Jonathan H. Ohrt, Olivia J. Lewis, Philip B. Clarke, Abigail H. Conley, Laura Craven, Leah Tolan
Abstract Existing surveillance measures for COVID-19 often do not collect sexual orientation information, which limits our knowledge about the specific mental health concerns experienced by LGBPQ individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. We examined differences in well-being and psychological distress between LGBPQ and heterosexual individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic, as measured by the depression
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Serving LGBTQ+ Clients Formerly or Currently Involved in the Foster Care System: Counseling Strategies and Interventions Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-08-21 Meredith A. Rausch, Tyler L. Gray
Abstract A recent content analysis of professional counseling journals revealed a lack of focus on foster care populations, notably including the intersectionality of foster care youth who also identify as LGBTQ+. Expanding this analysis to a larger scope of professional journals (e.g., social work, medical, psychology, sociology) provides a broader spectrum of the current needs of this population
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From the Editor Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-05-01 Jeff Moe, Shelby Dillingham
Published in Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling (Vol. 17, No. 2, 2023)
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The Multidimensional Nature of Asexual Identities: An Exploration of Wellness, Social Support, and Experiences of Microaggressions Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-05-01 Elisa M. Woodruff, Suzanne Degges-White, Adam W. Carter
Abstract Research suggests that asexual identified people may not follow culturally-sanctioned romantic scripts, leading to external prejudice and social stigma. Asexuality is a multidimensional spectrum that comprises many factors including romantic orientation. We explored relationships among wellness, perceived social support, and microaggressions in self-identified asexual individuals. We sought
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The Impact of Oppression and Contextual Factors on Transgender and Gender Expansive Youth Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-05-01 M. N. Saltis, Claire Critchlow, Jennifer Fulling-Smith
Abstract This manuscript is one of four manuscripts that share results from an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis study about transgender and/or gender expansive youth. Nine participants aged 13–17 participated in two 60–90-min interviews and a member-checking meeting in which they co-constructed the findings with the primary researcher. The findings explored the participants’ experiences of
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Transgender Research in Counseling Journals: A Content Analysis from 2007 to 2020 Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-05-01 Mickey E. White, Shannon R. Lollar, Angie D. Cartwright
Abstract This article contains the findings of a content analysis on transgender-related scholarship in four counseling and counseling psychology journals from 2007 to 2020. A total of 94 publications were coded for analysis, and results from this analysis indicate an increase in the literature pertaining to transgender people and issues, though limitations still exist. Trends in the research are discussed
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Queer, Kinky Social Justice Counseling and Advocacy Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-05-01 Arien K. Muzacz, Kathleen McCleskey, Cort M. Dorn-Medeiros
Abstract Despite great strides toward equity for LGBTGEQIAP+ individuals, members of these communities who practice consensual kink or asymmetry (CKA), e.g., BDSM, still experience stigma. Counselors who have not developed counseling and advocacy competencies specific to this population may unintentionally contribute to the marginalization of clients who practice CKA. Conversely, counselors who possess
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Cultural Competence for Clinicians Working with Rural Transgender Clients with Generalized Anxiety Disorder Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-05-01 Jared W. Boot-Haury
Abstract Despite progress made in providing transgender care, minority stressors such as societal stigmatization and health provider pathologization are still commonplace for the transgender communities. Anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety disorder, are prevalent in these communities. This article examines literature concerning how rural transgender people disproportionately experience minority
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From the Editor Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-01-31 Jeff Moe, Shelby Dillingham
Published in Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling (Vol. 17, No. 1, 2023)
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How Transgender and Gender Expansive Youth Cope with Oppression: Making Sense of Experiences and Resiliency Factors Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-01-31 Michelle N. Saltis, Claire Critchlow, Jennifer Fulling-Smith
Abstract This manuscript is a part of a four-manuscript series that shares the findings from the first known Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) study on how transgender and/or gender expansive youth (TGEY) experienced their gender identities and additional intersecting identities within the context of current political, social, cultural, and historical factors. This manuscript explores
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Self-regulation in Gender and Sexual Orientation Diverse Adults: Exploring Patterns of Risk and Resilience Using a Person-centered Approach Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-01-31 Hana-May Eadeh, Rosanna Breaux, Caroline Boyd-Rogers, Jacob B. Priest, Molly A. Nikolas
Abstract Gender and sexual orientation diverse (GSD) individuals are at risk for negative social and psychological outcomes due to repeated marginalization. Identifying malleable individual factors to target in treatment may help buffer against societal risks. Latent profile analysis (LPA) explored associations between self-regulation, adverse, and resilience outcomes with personal identity among (n = 155)
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Exploring the Relationships Between Hope, Minority Stress, and Suicidal Behavior Across Diverse LGBTQ Populations Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-01-31 Jeff Moe, Narketta Sparkman-Key, Alexandra Gantt-Howrey, Bianca Augustine, Madeline Clark
Abstract The role of hope in suicide prevention with diverse communities was assessed using a minority stress paradigm. Participants (N = 352) were recruited from a university student population and surveyed on their race and ethnicity, sexual-affective identity, gender identity, minority stress associated with multiple identities, social support, depression, hope, and suicidal behavior. Hierarchical
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The Transcending Protocol: A Cognitive-Behavioral Approach for Addressing the Psychosocial Impact of Minority Stress in Transgender and Gender Diverse Individuals Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-01-31 Mélise J. Ouellette, Christina Mutschler, Sophia L. Roth, Randi E. McCabe, Talia Tissera, Herry Patel, Jenna E. Boyd, Andrew A. Nicholson, Jennifer Hewitt, Jillian Lopes, Lisa Jeffs, Maiko A. Schneider, Margaret C. McKinnon, Taylor Hatchard
Abstract This article describes an innovative, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral protocol, Transcending, to address the effects of minority stress on mental health among transgender and gender diverse individuals. The protocol merges minority stress and cognitive behavioral therapy models to provide a framework for (a) understanding the impact of minority stress (i.e., distal and proximal stressors)
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Self as process: A philosophical approach for work with transgender and gender expansive (TGGE) clients Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2023-01-31 Joel Givens, Aaron Kimble
Abstract Building on Queer and Intersectionality Theories, the authors apply the concept of the rhizome to develop a queer, affirmative theoretical approach for work with transgender and gender expansive (TGGE) clients. The authors propose a rhizomatic framework to consider the client’s gender identity and expression as a multifaceted process rather than a fixed category. The authors also address how
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From the Editor Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2020-11-02 Michael P. Chaney
Published in Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling (Vol. 14, No. 4, 2020)
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Introduction to the Special Issue Advocacy and Social Justice for LGBTGEQIAP+ Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2020-11-02 Jared S. Rose, Robin M. DuFresne
Published in Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling (Vol. 14, No. 4, 2020)
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History of LGBTQQIA Rising Up in the American Counseling Association: In the Beginning Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2020-11-02 Mark Pope
Abstract This article was based on the keynote address by Dr. Mark Pope at the second ALGBTIC national conference held in San Antonio, Texas, on September 17, 2016. In this address, Dr. Pope addressed the beginnings of the Association for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Issues in Counseling (now the Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities), a division of the
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Intersectional Advocacy with LGBTQ+ Clients in Counseling Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2020-11-02 Randall L. Astramovich, Brianne E. Scott
Abstract Advocacy and multicultural counseling researchers have helped establish competencies for working with today’s diverse client populations. However, advocacy competencies may not fully account for the intersecting identities and unique concerns of LGBTQ+ individuals. Counselors working with LGBTQ+ client populations therefore need specific skills to address client intersectionality. The authors
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Counselors Making Sense of Their Experiences as Allies to LGBTQ + Communities Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2020-11-02 Kristen E. Lister, Christian D. Chan, Vincent M. Marasco, Randall L. Astramovich
Abstract Allies to the LGBTQ + communities play an essential role in fighting for change and dismantling oppressive systems that can result in emotional, mental, and physical harm. Ethical standards and conceptual guidelines have assisted professional counselor allies in their efforts to affirm and act as social justice advocates for LGBTQ + persons. Using interpretative phenomenological analysis,
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Kinky & Queer: Exploring the Experiences of LGBTQ + Individuals who Practice BDSM Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2020-11-02 Megan Speciale, Dean Khambatta
Abstract The current qualitative research study utilizes interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) to explore the experiences of intersectional LGBTQ + individuals who practice kink/BDSM (n = 12). The findings of this study include five overarching themes: (1) Community Connectedness, (2) Healing and Self-Exploration, (3) Accessing Safe Spaces, (4) Intersectional Experiences, and (5) Barriers
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Advocacy and Social Justice Within and On Behalf of the LGBTGEQIAP + Community Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2020-11-02 Jared S. Rose
Abstract The American Counseling Association’s ACA Code of Ethics (2014) makes clear that advocacy and social justice are to be integral elements of practice for professional counselors. LGBTGEQIAP + people have unique, intersectional, identity- and multicultural-related needs. LGBTGEQIAP + counseling services, supervision, education, and service cannot be truly appropriate nor effective without actively
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Advocacy in Action for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2020-11-02 Christie D. Jenkins, Devyn Savitsky, Megan M. Mahon, Gene N. Dockery, Meagan McBride
Abstract Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/two spirit, gender expansive, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual/agender, and pansexual/poly and other queer and trans identities (LGBTGEQIAP+) persons experience disparities in life events when compared to their hetero-affectional counterparts. When examining the disparities, some common themes emerge. The LGBTGEQIAP + population continues to face the
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Continuing Education Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling Pub Date : 2020-11-02
Published in Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling (Vol. 14, No. 4, 2020)