Resources

Here is a collection of websites, articles and information to peruse.

Crisis & Immediate Support

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    Call or text 988 for 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention

  • The Trevor Project

    1-866-488-7386 - Crisis intervention for LGBTQ+ youth under 25

  • Trans Lifeline

    877-565-8860 - Peer support hotline for transgender people

  • LGBTQ National Hotline

    1-888-843-4564 - Confidential support for LGBTQ+ individuals

    LGBTQ+ Resources

    National Organizations

  • PFLAG

    Support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ people and families

  • GLAAD

    Media advocacy and education to promote LGBTQ+ acceptance

  • Human Rights Campaign

    Civil rights organization advocating for LGBTQ+ equality

    Local Orange County Resources

  • LGBTQ Center OC

    Community center serving Orange County's LGBTQ+ population

  • Pride Center San Diego

    Programs and services for the LGBTQ+ community in Southern California

    Transgender-Specific Support

  • WPATH

    Professional standards for transgender healthcare

  • Gender Spectrum

    Resources for gender-diverse children, teens, and families

    Polyamory & Ethical Non-Monogamy

    Educational Resources

  • More Than Two

    Comprehensive guide to ethical non-monogamy and polyamory

  • Polyamory.com

    Community forum and resources for polyamorous individuals

  • Unicorns-R-Us

    Education about couple privilege and healthy poly dynamics

    Local Communities

  • Meetup Groups

    Search for local polyamory and non-monogamy meetups in Orange County

  • FetLife

    Social network for kink and polyamory communities (18+ only)

    Kink & BDSM Education

    Safety & Education

  • Kink Academy

    Educational videos and workshops on BDSM practices

  • Society of Janus

    BDSM education and community organization in San Francisco

  • The Kink Aware Professionals Directory

    Find kink-aware healthcare and mental health providers

    Consent & Communication

  • Consent Culture

    Resources on consent, boundaries, and communication

  • The Nice Guy™ Syndrome

    Article on healthy relationship dynamics and communication

    Mental Health Resources

    Support Groups

  • NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)

    Support groups and education for mental health conditions

  • Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

    Peer support groups for mood disorders

    Books & Educational Materials

    LGBTQ+ Identity & Relationships

  • "The Velvet Rage" by Alan Downs

    Exploring gay men's struggle with shame and authenticity

  • "Transgender 101" by Nicholas Teich

    A simple guide to understanding transgender identity

  • "The Gender Book" by Mel Reiff Hill

    An illustrated guide to gender identity and expression

    Polyamory & Non-Monogamy

  • "The Ethical Slut" by Janet Hardy & Dossie Easton

    Classic guide to ethical non-monogamy

  • "Polysecure" by Jessica Fern

    Attachment theory and polyamorous relationships

  • "Designer Relationships" by Mark Michaels & Patricia Johnson

    Creating custom relationship agreements

    Kink & BDSM

  • "The New Topping Book" & "The New Bottoming Book" by Dossie Easton & Janet Hardy

    Essential guides for BDSM dynamics and practices

  • "Screw the Roses, Send Me the Thorns" by Philip Miller & Molly Devon

    Comprehensive BDSM handbook for beginners and experienced players

Please note: These resources are provided for educational and support purposes. They do not replace professional therapy or medical care. If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact a crisis helpline or emergency services immediately.

For therapy services in the Costa Mesa area, please visit www.BrooklynnKendall.com or call for an appointment.