The Power of Community: LGBTQIA+ Mental Health, Resilience, and Advocacy with Dr. Christine Hartigan, Ep.187
In this powerful episode of the Empowered By Design podcast, we're diving deep into topics that matter – hope, resilience, advocacy, and the unique challenges faced by marginalized groups.
I enjoyed the incredible honor of sitting down with Dr. Christine Hartigan, a licensed psychologist and passionate advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community.
You won't want to miss Dr. Hartigan's insights on:
- The inspiring resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community
- How historical events remind us of our collective strength
- Understanding and combating minority stress
- Finding your voice as an advocate (big or small!)
- The critical importance of self-care for helpers and advocates
- Creating truly inclusive mental health care
- Building supportive communities that uplift everyone
Dr. Hartigan's expertise and compassion shine through as we explore the power of kindness, the ongoing nature of resilience, the incredible strength we all possess, and how each of us can be a force for positive change.
I'm thrilled to bring you this inspiring conversation that will leave you feeling hopeful, motivated, and ready to make a difference! Whether you're part of the LGBTQIA+ community, an ally, and/or someone who wants to make the world a little bit better – this episode is for you! Dr. Hartigan's warmth and wisdom will leave you feeling empowered and inspired to take action. You don't want to miss a single moment!
Keywords:
hope, advocacy, resilience, LGBTQIA+, minority stress, self-care, mental health, community engagement, empowerment, psychological support
187 | Season 10: Farewell Tour | Ep. 7
Empowered By Design Podcast Episode: 187 Show Notes and Links:
Dr. Christine Hartigan, Licensed Psychologist, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and co-owner of H&L Psychological Services - https://www.hlpsych.com
H&L Psychological Services is a private group practice in Allentown, PA, dedicated to providing ethical, inclusive, and high-quality mental health care. The practice fosters a supportive team culture, emphasizing work-life balance, collaboration, and professional growth. H&L also celebrates its team with quarterly staff appreciation events, creating a connected and positive environment for both clinicians and clients.
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hlpsych/
Honorable mention:
Corinne Goodwin https://www.patransequity.org/supporting-transgender-pennsylvanians/board/
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