It is important to know that even though this analysis on the IOP has been speculative so far, I have reason to believe, along with my roommate and a few other allies, that I have been covertly, with the above (silent and covert) behavior of the number of the therapists and the other staff, especially the unlicensed staff, accused/ assumed of *pursuing a relationship with Olga* , when in truth I was very respectful to her, probably to a fault in fact. Probably to a point where I was so afraid to approach her that the friendship failed. Let the record show, also, that in many cases (such as mine!) people that have crushes on other people *have succeeded in being friends with them and in having platonic relationships* !
Do not assume that, because someone is gay, that they want to recruit a straight person, or, that they *automatically want to pursue a relationship with someone*, or, that *they are a sexual abuser* ! That is not always true and *very often that isn't*, and heterosexual people according to information have historically abused more people than homosexuals have!
Carol
Please look for these signs; you may be being discriminated against for being lgbtq while being treated for mental health problems:
Discriminatory Attitudes: Mental health providers may hold biases against LGBTQ+ individuals that affect their treatment approach. For example, a therapist might avoid discussing a client’s sexual orientation or gender identity altogether, leading to feelings of invalidation and isolation.
Misguided Therapeutic Techniques: Some therapists may employ techniques that aim to reinforce heteronormative standards without explicitly labeling them as conversion therapy. This could include promoting traditional relationship models while dismissing LGBTQ+ identities as problematic.
Lack of Affirmative Care: Affirmative care is a model that recognizes and supports an individual’s sexual orientation and gender identity. When therapists do not provide this type of care due to personal beliefs or biases, it can result in emotional distress for clients seeking support.
Me and AI have been doing our own research.
Carol, Mental Health Ethics and Social Health MESH ADMINISTRATOR