Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane, Matt Seelos
Why Parents of LGBTQ+ Kids Need Their Own “Coming In” Process, with Matt Seelos
Why Parents of LGBTQ+ Kids Need Their Own “Coming In” Process, with Matt Seelos
Why Parents of LGBTQ+ Kids Need Their Own “Coming In” Process, with Matt Seelos
Thursday 9th November 2023
Join Brenda Zane and therapist Matt Seelos as they discuss the 'coming in' process for parents of LGBTQ+ youth, offering empathy and practical advice.
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Get the buttons here!The 'Coming In' Journey: Supporting Parents of LGBTQ+ Youth
Episode Overview
- Understanding the emotional complexities of LGBTQ+ youth and their parents
- Exploring the connection between gender identity, sexual orientation, and substance use
- Practical tips for supporting young individuals in their journey
- Addressing societal pressures and inclusivity
- Valuable insights into trauma and its impact on identity exploration
One of the things that often I'm dealing with is trauma. Gender, obviously, or sexual orientation, if you grew up in a community where people are making jokes about being gay or using crude language or things like that, slurs, that can be really hard to feel like it's okay to be who I am.
Imagine discovering that your child has been grappling with their identity for years, only to finally share it with you, leaving you to process a whirlwind of emotions. In this episode of Hopestream, host Brenda Zane chats with Matt Seelos, a dedicated therapist with 20 years of experience in the mental health field, about the unique 'coming in' process that parents of LGBTQ+ youth often face.
Matt, who works at Elevations Residential Treatment Center in Utah, emphasizes the importance of compassionate therapy tailored to the needs of LGBTQ+ individuals and their families. He explains how parents might feel blindsided by their child's coming out, despite the child having spent a long time coming to terms with their identity. This episode dives into the emotional rollercoaster that parents might experience, including feelings of grief and loss of expectations.
Matt shares practical advice on how parents can navigate these emotions while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for their children. Brenda and Matt also touch on the intersection between substance use and gender identity, shedding light on the added challenges LGBTQ+ youth may face. This conversation is a must-listen for any parent seeking to understand and support their child's journey with empathy and grace.