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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 Health
5 days ago3 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 Health
Jul 124 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 Health
Jul 64 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 Health
Feb 233 min read
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