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Authentic Connection: Healthy Relationships in the LGBTQ+ Community

Authentic Connection: Healthy Relationships in the LGBTQ+ Community

Stonewall ColumbusColumbus, OH
Tuesday, July 28  •  5 PM - 7 PM
Overview

A workshop by Dragonfly Counseling and Wellness in partnership with Stonewall Columbus

This 90-minute workshop focuses on building and maintaining healthy, affirming relationships within the LGBTQ+ community.


Participants will explore key elements of authentic connection, including communication, boundaries, trust, and emotional safety. The session also addresses unique dynamics that can affect LGBTQ+ relationships—such as identity development, minority stress, chosen family, and navigating dating or partnership in diverse contexts. Through discussion, reflection, and practical skill-building exercises, attendees will learn strategies to foster respectful, supportive, and meaningful connections with partners, friends, and community members. The workshop aims to empower participants to cultivate relationships that honor their identities, values, and emotional well-being.

Disability Accommodations: Please email programscoordinator@stonewallcolumbus.org with any questions or concerns. We will do our best to make neccessary accommodations.

Disclaimer

This workshop is intended for educational and informational purposes only. While it is facilitated by licensed mental health professionals from Dragonfly Counseling and Wellness, participation in this event does not establish a therapeutic relationship between attendees and facilitators.

The content presented is designed to support reflection and personal growth around the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. However, it is not a substitute for individualized mental health treatment, medical advice, diagnosis, or crisis care.

Participants are encouraged to engage at their own comfort level. Sharing personal experiences is always voluntary. Because this is a group setting, confidentiality cannot be fully guaranteed; we ask all attendees to respect one another’s privacy and refrain from sharing others’ personal information outside of the workshop.

If you are currently experiencing a mental health crisis or need immediate support, please contact 911, your local emergency services, or reach out to 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

By attending this workshop, you acknowledge and agree to the above terms.



If you are interested in starting therapy or would like to schedule a complimentary consultation with a counselor at Dragonfly, please click on the link below.




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Francesca Festa, MA, LPCC-S

Alicia McDonald, MS, LPCC-S

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Highlights

  • 2 hours
  • under 18 with parent or legal guardian
  • In person
  • Free parking
  • Doors at 4:55 PM

Location

Stonewall Columbus

1160 N High St

Columbus, OH 43201

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