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LGBTQ+ counseling, mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Explore articles from the therapists at 2nd Story Counseling on topics affecting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning individuals in Chicago and beyond. Our LGBTQ+ blog covers anxiety, depression, relationships, coming out, self-acceptance, life transitions, mindfulness, and emotional wellness through an affirming and inclusive lens.

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How Can I Support Someone Who Recently Came Out As Trans?

November 1, 2020 2SC Staff
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My Child Came Out as Transgender – Now What?

November 28, 2018 2SC Staff
Transgender child or loved on guidance By: HHeather Holly, ALMFT As celebrities like Lavergne Cox become more visible advocates for transgender rights, more and more people are feeling brave enough to be their true selves […]
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Are Open Relationships a Good Idea?

November 17, 2017 2SC Staff
Chicago therapist explores open relationships “Open relationships” are not a new thing. However, in recent years, we’ve been talking about them in a big way: openly! In 2011, Chicago-native and author Dan Savage coined the […]

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