The Importance of Gender-Affirming Care for Minors: Empowering Authenticity Gender-affirming care for minors is about fostering a sense of safety and belonging for those navigating questions of identity in a world that can sometimes feel unwelcoming. While much attention has been placed on the medical aspects of gender-affirming care, its impact reaches far beyond physical health. It’s a pathway to […]
Guidelines for Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
SCOTUS vs. Human Rights
On June 18th, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold state bans on access to gender-affirming care for transgender and gender expansive (TGE) youth. This devastating decision by our Supreme Court allows 27 states to restrict or eliminate healthcare options that are not only evidence-based, but also life-saving. By doing so, the highest court in the country has […]
Myths and Facts of Gender-Affirming Care
Myths about gender-affirming care persist due to a lot of misinformation. Gender-affirming care is an essential component of healthcare for transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse individuals. However, despite its positive impact on well-being, this type of care is often misunderstood or surrounded by misconceptions. In this post, we’ll explore some common myths about gender-affirming care and provide factual, evidence-based responses to […]
Gender-Affirming Care: Supporting Wellbeing
Gender-affirming care is an approach to healthcare that supports people in aligning their physical, emotional, and social lives with their gender identity. This type of care is essential for transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse individuals, as it fosters mental well-being, reduces distress, and promotes a sense of authenticity. Despite its importance, gender-affirming care is often misunderstood or stigmatized. In this blog, […]
Ecotherapy Can Help Develop a Positive Self-Identity
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, it’s easy to feel disconnected—not only from the natural world but also from ourselves. Many individuals struggle with forming or maintaining a positive self-identity due to stress, societal pressures, or the rapid pace of modern life. Enter eco-therapy: a transformative approach that uses nature as a partner in healing. By engaging with the environment in […]
Pride Month: Our Commitment to LGBTQ+ Rights and How You Can Help
Pride Month is here! At the Mindful Ecotherapy Center, we believe that healing flourishes in an environment of acceptance, inclusion, and equality. As we proudly observe Pride Month, we celebrate the vibrant diversity of the LGBTQ+ community and reaffirm our unwavering support for LGBTQ+ rights—not just in June, but all year long. A Longstanding Commitment to LGBTQ+ Advocacy Since our […]
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a transformative therapeutic approach that has been changing lives since its development in the 1970s by Dr. Marsha Linehan. Originally designed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD), DBT has since expanded its reach to address a wide range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance use disorders. […]
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