Things to Consider When Your LGBTQ+ Clients Plan to Attend Family Gatherings

Holidays, weddings, funerals and other family gatherings can be challenging times for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer or Questioning (LGBTQ+) clients. It is a time when your clients may traditionally get together and engage in family and religious rituals. For LGBTQ+ people whose families are not affirming, it may mean making a choice between being with their family of origin, being with a family of choice (friends and loved ones), or being alone. Here are some tips to help you to prepare your LGBTQ+ clients navigate family gatherings