LGBTQ+ patients
Inclusive Care for LGBTQ+ Individuals
Respecting LGBTQ+ Individuals in an Inpatient Mental Health Setting
At our facility, we are committed to fostering an environment of respect, inclusivity, and dignity for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We recognize that LGBTQ+ individuals may face unique challenges in their mental health journey, and we strive to provide care that acknowledges and addresses these needs with understanding and sensitivity.
LGBTQ+ Patients Therapy
Key Principles
Key Principles of LGBTQ+ Respect in Our Care
By incorporating this practices, we aim to provide a space where LGBTQ+ individuals receive the compassionate, personalized care they need to thrive. This respect for each person’s identity is fundamental to fostering an environment of healing, trust, and mutual respect for all patients.

Affirming Identity and Gender Expression
We honor each individual’s gender identity and expression, using the names, pronouns, and titles that patients identify with. Creating an environment where everyone feels comfortable expressing their true selves is central to promoting mental well-being.

Culturally Competent Care
Our staff is trained to provide culturally competent care that respects and understands the unique experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals, including the impact of stigma, discrimination, and trauma. We integrate this knowledge into personalized treatment plans to ensure each patient’s care is tailored to their experiences.

Non-Discrimination
We maintain a strict policy of non-discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Every patient has the right to be treated with respect and kindness, and we actively work to prevent any form of harassment or bias within the treatment environment.

Confidentiality and Privacy
Respecting the privacy of all patients, including their sexual orientation and gender identity, is fundamental. We ensure that all personal information, including LGBTQ+ status, is kept confidential and shared only with those directly involved in providing care unless permission is given otherwise validated.

Safe and Inclusive Environment
Our inpatient facility provides a safe and inclusive space where LGBTQ+ individuals can express themselves without fear of judgment or exclusion. We aim to foster a community where every patient, regardless of their identity, feels respected and heard.

Family and Community Engagement
We also encourage respectful engagement with the families and communities of LGBTQ+ patients, recognizing that some families may need additional support in understanding and affirming their loved ones’ identities. We provide education and resources to help family members support the patient’s mental health recovery journey.
Lynn Brown, CADC, CAAP, CRSS, CEC
Dr. Mohammed Mushfiqur Rahman
Christen Marante, MSN, RN
Corey Kucker
Tracy O’Malley 
Frank NovitSki
Janet Stochla
Dr. Seymour Kushnir, MD, FRCPC
Kate Favata
Marie View
Dr. Angelique Cortez, DSW, LCSW, BCD
Stacey Wright, BSN, RN
Shawn Carroll
Donald Meyer, CLDP, SCM-T