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Gender Identity vs. Gender Expression: 5 Things Cisgender Allies Get Wrong (And How to Fix It)

Gender Identity vs. Gender Expression: 5 Things Cisgender Allies Get Wrong (And How to Fix It)

by Tristan Byrnes | Jul 27, 2026 | Family/friend/ally of LGBTQ

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re trying. You’ve probably used the right pronouns, maybe you’ve attended a rally, or perhaps you’ve just finished a long conversation where you did your absolute best not to put your foot in your mouth. As a trans-identified...
Spotlight on TransNetwork: Supporting St. Pete’s Only Trans-Run 501c3

Spotlight on TransNetwork: Supporting St. Pete’s Only Trans-Run 501c3

by Tristan Byrnes | Jul 25, 2026 | Family/friend/ally of LGBTQ

If you’ve been following our recent series on allyship, you’ve probably noticed a recurring theme: real support for the trans community goes way beyond changing a profile picture or using the right hashtags. While those things are a nice starting point, they don't...
The 3 Mistakes Cis Allies Make When Entering Trans Spaces (And How to Do Better)

The 3 Mistakes Cis Allies Make When Entering Trans Spaces (And How to Do Better)

by Tristan Byrnes | Jul 23, 2026 | Family/friend/ally of LGBTQ

Let’s be real for a second: showing up as an ally can be nerve-wracking. You want to do the right thing, you want to show your support, and you definitely don’t want to be "that person" who accidentally says something that sucks the air out of the room. As a...
“Supporting Trans Community” Isn’t a Hashtag: 7 Concrete Actions Allies Can Take in Florida Right Now

“Supporting Trans Community” Isn’t a Hashtag: 7 Concrete Actions Allies Can Take in Florida Right Now

by Tristan Byrnes | Jul 21, 2026 | Family/friend/ally of LGBTQ

Let’s be real for a second: being an ally in Florida right now feels a bit like trying to hold an umbrella in a hurricane. Between the legislative "dumpster fires" at the state level and the constant headlines targeting our community, it’s easy to feel...
What Happens in a Therapy Session When You’re Not in Crisis? A Peek Behind the Curtain

What Happens in a Therapy Session When You’re Not in Crisis? A Peek Behind the Curtain

by Tristan Byrnes | Jul 17, 2026 | Family/friend/ally of LGBTQ

Welcome to the grand finale of our 5-part series! All week, we’ve been tackling the biggest myth in mental health: the idea that you have to be "falling apart" to walk through our door (or log onto our Zoom). If you’ve missed the previous days, here’s the...
“But I’m Not That Bad” : Why We Minimize Our Own Pain (And How to Stop)

“But I’m Not That Bad” : Why We Minimize Our Own Pain (And How to Stop)

by Tristan Byrnes | Jul 16, 2026 | Family/friend/ally of LGBTQ

If I had a nickel for every time a client sat on my couch: or joined a telehealth session from their car: and started with the phrase, “I mean, I know some people have it way worse, but…” I’d probably be writing this blog post from a private island in the Keys. But...
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