Pride Month in Utah: Purple Sky Counseling’s LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care

Written By Cassidy DuHadway

June is Pride Month—a time to celebrate LGBTQIA+ joy, resilience, and community. At Purple Sky Counseling, we don’t just observe Pride; we live it every day. Here’s how we honor and support Utah’s LGBTQIA+ community all year round.

1. Our Commitment to LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy

• Inclusive Environment
From the moment you walk through our door or log into teletherapy, you’re met with respect, safety, and zero judgment.
• Specialized Expertise
Our team members are trained in and some specialize in:

  • Gender identity & sexual orientation

  • Coming-out & family dynamics

  • Intersectional minority stress and resilience
    • Evidence-Based & Creative Modalities
    We blend CBT, EMDR, Narrative Therapy (Tree of Life), Expressive Arts, and many more modalities to honor your story and identity.

2. Why Affirming Therapy Matters

  1. Reduces Shame & Isolation
    Affirming care validates your gender and sexuality, boosting self-esteem and belonging.

  2. Builds Resilience
    We teach coping tools for anxiety, depression, and trauma specific to LGBTQIA+ experiences.

  3. Strengthens Community Ties
    Through group workshops and referrals to local resources, we help you build your chosen family.

3. Purple Sky Counseling Services for LGBTQIA+ Clients

  • Individual Therapy
    Personalized support for identity development, self-esteem, anxiety, and trauma.

  • Couples & Family Therapy
    Guidance for LGBTQIA+ couples (including interracial) and families navigating acceptance and communication.

  • Group Workshops
    • Queer Resilience & Self-Care
    • Coming-Out Narrative Circles
    • Mindfulness for Minority Stress

  • Medication Management
    Collaborative psychiatric support when medication enhances your growth.

We offer flexible in-person sessions in Salt Lake City, Farmington, Heber and Soon South Ogden, as well as confidential teletherapy / virtual therapy across Utah.

4. Take the Next Step

Your identity is valid. Your story matters. Whether you’re exploring your gender, healing from family rejection, or managing minority stress, Purple Sky Counseling is here for you.

  1. Meet Our LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapists

  2. Join Our Virtual Support Circle: Sign up on our Events page

  3. Follow Us for Pride Resources: @PurpleSkyCounseling on Instagram and Facebook

This Pride Month, invest in care that honors all of you. At Purple Sky Counseling, your well-being and authenticity are our top priority.

Have questions? Email us at info@purpleskycounseling.com or call (385)715-0233



Contact us today!

Cassidy DuHadway
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