I had not planned on responding publicly to Charlie Kirk's death. I do not tolerate gun violence, and I'm also not shedding tears over that man. Both things can be true. But parents I serve are asking for comfort and guidance. They're scared, and so are their children. I'm not sure I have answers, but I can offer some ways of thinking about this moment: Safe harborFor parents, be sure to let your children know that you have their back and that they will always be safe at home. Home needs to...

I know it can be hard to sift through all the trans-focused resources out there to figure out what's really helpful. Here are a few of my current favorites to get you started: 🏳️⚧️ Finding a Trans-Affirming Therapist: What to Look ForHelpful article from Point of Pride 🏳️⚧️ Raising Trans Kids: What to Expect When You Weren't Expecting This by Rebecca Minor MSW, LICSWI have been waiting not-so-patiently for this book to come out, and it's finally available today! 🏳️⚧️ Trans Youth Emergency...

There’s no one right way to be transgender, nonbinary, or gender-expansive, and your child’s path is exactly the right one for them. So when deciding what steps to take next, follow their lead. Because ultimately, this is their journey, not ours. One parent described it this way: if your kid is the CEO of their gender identity, the parent is the executive assistant. Your kid is making the decisions about who they are, what direction they're going, and at what pace. We can help them get there....