Episode #753: How Straight Therapists Can Support the LGBTQIA Community, feat. Rachel Hulstein-Lowe

Rachel Hulstein-Lowe, LICSW joins the podcast to talk about gender diversity and what it actually looks like to show up as an affirming, competent therapist right now. The conversation gets into why so many clinicians are afraid of getting it wrong, how that fear often leads to unnecessary referrals out, and what it takes to build real confidence working with LGBTQIA clients. Rachel shares both her professional experience and her personal perspective as a parent, along with practical ways to deepen self-awareness, challenge assumptions, and create safer spaces for clients. If the goal is to move beyond good intentions and actually show up in a meaningful way, this is a strong place to start. Be sure to check out Rachel's 6-Step A.F.F.I.R.M. Program™ and take the free AFFIRMation Quiz to help you determine your affirmation style as a parent. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Looking to switch EHRs? Try TherapyNotes® for 2 months free by using promo code ABUNDANT at therapynotes.com . Additional Resources: To learn more about today's guest, visit & . Need help building & filling your practice? Check out the Abundance Party (only $345!):

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Episode #753: How Straight Therapists Can Support the LGBTQIA Community, feat. Rachel Hulstein-Lowe is an episode from Abundant Practice Podcast by Allison Puryear.

This episode is 20:41 long.

This episode was published on Apr 29, 2026.

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