As a transgender boy, denial and the pressure of societal standards for masculinity keep me from realizing who I truly am. After all,...
Therapy: How I Asked for Help, and How You Can, Too
Every other Thursday, five o’clock, I have plans. “I can’t hang out, my mom needs me to babysit tonight.” “I already promised I’d help around the house.” “Sorry, I’m grounded.” “I can’t tonight, I’ve got loads of homework.” Every other Thursday, I used to lie. It’s not that I was doing anything of concern, but […]