Ep. 55 Coming Out - How to Thrive!

Send us Fan MailIdentifying as Queer Latinx, listen to this fascinating and frank conversation as Janae shares her years long story coming out and set against the struggles she faced from her fear, uncertainty and the grief she felt losing her traditional familial relationships.Today with her own private practice working as a Psychotherapist in California. A  Telehealth Provider serving Florida, and Virtual Coach serving clients nationwide, Janae helps young adults and individuals from the LGBTQ+, Latinx and BIPOC communities  learn to thrive by embracing their authenticity and overcoming all adversity as they chart and undertake their own coming out journey.TIMESTAMP: 0:00       Welcome 1:08       Topics LGBTQ+, BIPOC, Latinx, Queer communities, trauma, grief 2:52       Janae's story raised Mexican American 6:28       Athletics funds college and shapes Janae 12:27     ADHD, gender and breaking the ceiling 20:00     Generational trauma, wounded warrior 25:21     Coming out Latinx  36:10     Grief, shame, fear and family support 41:45     Growing into authenticity 45:47     Community family 50:22     LGBTQ Suicidality & losing out 56:53     Different scares people 58:56     Know your vulnerability 1:01:51  Work with Janae 1:04:40  Closing Connect With Janae WebsiteInstagramConnect with VonneWebsiteMentions:Dr. Patrick Lockwood🆕 📣 Text Me Fan MailYou can now text me directly about any episode. I personally read your messages and respond with practical, grounded insight. While I can’t offer long back-and-forth exchanges, I may respond directly or address your question in a future episode.Your voice helps shape the conversation.Subscribe to the podcast! Share your favourite episodes! Connect with me on LinkedIn and Facebook.