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Ann Rasmussen

Mental Health

Having Faith in Your LGBTQ+ Identity

This blog is authored by Kayo Curra, MA, LCPC, NCC, CCMHC, a member of the…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenMarch 13, 2023
Mental Health

Navigating the Intersectionality of Acculturation and LGBTQ+ Identity

Authored by Vilte Baliutaviciute, MA, LPC, a member of the IntraSpectrum Counseling clinical team. Immigration…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenMarch 7, 2023
Mental Health

Black History Month Quotes, for Forward Progress & Good Mental Health

Authored by Zaire Griffin, MA, QMHP, a member of the IntraSpectrum Counseling clinical team. As…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenFebruary 28, 2023
Mental Health

Why Does My Teen DO That? Brain Development!

Authored by Dr. Be G. Carter, PsyD, a member of the IntraSpectrum Counseling clinical team.…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenFebruary 21, 2023
Mental Health

How to Identify & Break Negative Thought Patterns: CBT Techniques to Increase Positivity & Self-Esteem

Authored by Courtney Hirsch, MSW, LSW, a member of the IntraSpectrum Counseling clinical team. Our…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenFebruary 9, 2023
Mental Health

Visiting Unsupportive Family, Part Two: Tips for the Visit

This blog is the second in a two-part series, featuring strategies and tips for LGBTQ+…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenNovember 22, 2022
Mental Health

Visiting Unsupportive Family, Part One: Pre-Visit Planning Tips

For all of us, feeling accepted and affirmed (or not) by our families plays a…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenNovember 14, 2022
Mental Health

Use of Role-Playing Games (RPGs) in Therapy

Authored by Vilte Baliutaviciute, MA, QMHP, a member of the IntraSpectrum Counseling clinical team. There…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenNovember 9, 2022
Mental Health

Telling Unsupportive Family You’re Not Coming for the Holidays

Being accepted and affirmed (or not) by our families of origin plays a big role…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenOctober 14, 2022
Mental Health

Sober Curious: Choosing Not to Drink, for Health & Wellness

Alcohol is embedded into our culture. You can find alcohol wherever you go. Most of…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenSeptember 13, 2022
Mental HealthStarting Therapy

What To Expect When Starting Therapy

You did it! You connected with a therapist, and now you have your first therapy…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenAugust 23, 2022
Mental HealthStarting Therapy

Finding an LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapist

Belonging to the LGBTQ+ community can be a source of strength and pride, but it…
Ann Rasmussen
Ann RasmussenAugust 16, 2022
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Two New Groups Now Enrolling

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  • Queer & Trans Black, Indigenous, People of Color (QTBIPOC) Support Group: Tuesdays 7-8:30pm starting May 9, Online
  • LGBTQ+ Teen Support Group: Sundays 9-10:30am starting June 18, In-Person @ Clark Office

Both Groups accept Insurance, are Sliding Scale eligible, or $50/session OOP. Learn more here; to get started submit an Inquiry Form.