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Internalized Homophobia: The What, The Why, the What Now? 

Internalized Homophobia: The What, The Why, the What Now? 

Oftentimes we talk about coming out as the main barrier or event for LGBTQ+ individuals to live as they truly are. However, for many folks there is another barrier that can greatly impact the way in which they feel about themselves, their ability to feel proud, and their ability to accept themselves for who they truly are: Internalized Homophobia.  This post written by Abigail Smith, LGPC, assists readers in exploring the origins and remedies for internalized homophobia.