identity-affirming mental health care
Looking for a Bipolar Disorder Therapist? How Affirming Psychiatry Fits In (and How to Build the Right Team)
True Self Mental Health offers identity-affirming bipolar disorder care combining therapy and psychiatric medication management, with in-person and telehealth options in NH and MA, emphasizing collaborative, personalized treatment.
True Self Mental HealthSep 17, 20265 min read
Bipolar Disorder Symptoms, Demystified: An LGBTQ+-Affirming Guide to Mania, Hypomania, Mixed States, and Bipolar Depression
This LGBTQ+-affirming guide explains bipolar disorder types, symptoms of mania, hypomania, mixed states, and depression, emphasizing recognition, diagnosis, and tailored treatment for effective management.
True Self Mental HealthAug 25, 20264 min read
A Gentle Guide to the Depression Test (PHQ-9): What Your Score Means—and Your Next Steps
The PHQ-9 test assesses depression severity (0-27) to guide treatment. Understanding results and symptoms aids care decisions. Seek LGBTQ+ affirming, trauma-informed mental health support.
True Self Mental HealthAug 11, 20263 min read
Affirmation as Medicine: A Clear, Caring Guide to LGBTQ+-Affirming Psychiatry
Affirmation as Medicine guides LGBTQ+ affirming psychiatry, emphasizing identity-centered, trauma-informed care, transparent medication management, and accessible virtual services in NH and MA for empowered mental health.
True Self Mental HealthJul 13, 20264 min read
Brave Conversations: How to Talk to a Psychiatric Provider About Gender, Identity, and Safety
Guide to discussing gender identity with psychiatrists: use clear pronouns, share identity and safety needs, engage in inclusive medication talks, seek trauma-informed, affirming, waitlist-free care.
True Self Mental HealthJul 6, 20264 min read
Therapy + Medication: How Combined Care Strengthens Your Mental Health Journey
True Self Mental Health offers personalized, LGBTQ+ affirming care combining therapy and medication to effectively treat anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma through collaborative, evidence-based, and accessible mental health services.
True Self Mental HealthFeb 23, 20263 min read