Okay, so here’s a graphical overview of the main components of RQ-DBT. Standard DBT has the metaphor of a house. Radically Queer DBT has the metaphor of a cake. First off, Standard DBT is like box cake mix. It does what is says on the box: it helps you build a life worth living. All well and good. So Standard …
About Radically Queer DBT
I offer a Radically Queer DBT therapy group that adapts DBT to the needs of queer, trans, and neurodivergent people. (The interest list for that group is currently open.) This post is about the background ideas, values, and attitudes of RQ-DBT. Extending DBT to Serve Neurodivergent People Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) was originally created by Marsha Linehan to help people …
Interviewed on “Affirming Neurodiversity”
I had the pleasure of being invited to give an interview on neuroaffirming therapy by Dr. Andrew Wood of Oregon State University. Dr. Wood is creating a new Social Work course on Affirming Neurodiversity. I also talked about how I got into into the counseling field, the distinction between neurodiversity and neurodivergence, and some of my ideas about the interconnections …
Presented on Queer, Trans, and Neuroqueer Group Therapy
I had the pleasure of offering a 2-day experiential training in group therapy as part of the American Group Psychotherapy Association’s national conference, Connect 2025, in San Francisco. It was delightful to spend two days connecting with other queer, trans, and neurodivergent clinicians and supporting them in growing their group therapy skills. In this training experience, I integrated Leticia Nieto’s …
Published a paper on Learning to be an Autistic Therapist
I recently published a paper on autism acceptance and accommodation, about how as a therapist I have been figuring out how to accommodate myself at work. I also talk about how, as a late-identified person, I have been thinking about autism trough a therapeutic lens, as well as the role of social justice and queer theory frameworks in understanding autism …
New transfem support group on Tuesdays
I’m adding a second section of Grace Unfolding, a transfeminine support group, on Tuesday afternoons. I’ve been running this group for trans women and transfeminine people since 2016. I’m excited to be able to add another time for folks to get the support they need. Some common topics include: If this sounds appealing, please check out the group page and …
Private Practice Training: May & June 2023
I’m offering a 4-part training on getting into private practice. If you’re having a hard time getting started, worried about managing the details, or just need some support and advice, this training is for you! Join us in a supportive group environment that can usher you toward the financial and career freedom you’re seeking. Learn how to start a private …
Published a paper on mindfulness practice in recovery from bipolar disorder
After long last, the third paper from my dissertation has been published online in the Journal of Humanistic Psychology. This article presents the results from my qualitative study of folks who recovered from bipolar disorder using Buddhist-inspired mindfulness and other wellness practices. There were 4 top-level themes of the effects of mindfulness practice: There were also several sub-themes, including cultivating …
Presented a poster on cultural responsiveness with non-binary and genderqueer people
Last weekend I had the pleasure of presenting a poster with my colleague Caleb Feldman at the National Transgender Health Summit in San Francisco. This was the first time we presented these findings at an academic conference, and it was great to spread the word about how healthcare providers can do a better job with non-binary and genderqueer (NBGQ) folks. …
Presented on therapeutic support groups for T/GNC folks at the National Transgender Health Summit
Last weekend I had the pleasure of offering a workshop on running groups for trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse people at the National Transgender Health Summit 2023 in San Francisco. This was a great conference and I really want to thank my workshop attendees for their good cheer and willingness to participate in the experiential exercises around groups centering T/GNC identities. …