Kristen Sison, LPC, CST

06/29/2024

Of course, I forgot to take pictures, but I had a great time at the Pride Health and Wellness fair! Thanks so much to Acadiana Q***r Collective - Pride Acadiana for all of the hard work you do!

03/20/2024

Page 1, and I’m already in love. ❤️ Work doesn’t feel like work when you get to giggle with .
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02/27/2024

Reggie has such a way with words. What a wonderful clinician!

Our very own Reginald Lemelle shares some words of encouragement:

“The thoughts of a 45 year old man, whose younger self did not want to exist any longer. My internal pain was heavy, and painful. I wanted it all to end. Thankfully, I am here today to assist others struggling in the same way. Thank you Dura Laterra Thomas-Minix for being there for me in my darkest hour.”
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We never know what someone is struggling with. Who can you reach out today and check on?
“The attention is worth paying”
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11/21/2023

Exciting News: Join the Acadiana Q***r Collective Board and Officer Positions! 🌟
Ready to make a difference in our LGBTQ+ community? We're opening up opportunities for passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors and Officer team! From Communications to Events, there's a role for everyone.

Check out detailed position descriptions and apply or nominate someone worthy at our website acadianaqueercollective.org Whether you're an advocate, creative mind, or financial guru, your skills are needed!

⏰Deadline to apply or nominate: January 15th, 2024. Let's continue building a more inclusive and vibrant future together. 🌈✨

***rCollective +Advocacy

09/18/2023

Jessa Zimmerman's "S*xual Avoidance Cycle" is often one of the first things I dive into with clients experiencing issues s*xually. It can be so helpful for people to recognize their own intricate dance around confronting something as complex, nuanced, and challenging as their relationship with s*x. Spending time to develop an understanding for each piece of the cycle often allows for self-discovery and identification of pathways to behavior and thought changes. Zimmerman's book, "S*x Without Stress" has been invaluable, and I cannot recommend it enough! Sison, says, "Check it out!"

08/11/2023

Excited for this CEU opportunity from today! So lucky to know and learn from such skilled and knowledgeable therapists!

08/02/2023

BOOK HAUL!! 📚 Workbooks for two of my favorites, my first Bell Hooks, meat and potatoes Gina Ogden, and 📚Excited to dive in!
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06/24/2023

I’m awful at taking pictures, so this is all I got, but I had such a blast at the Acadiana Health and Wellness Fair! What a great opportunity to chat with the community, network, and catch up with old and new friends. Infinite thanks to for their tireless work all year to bring us a safe and happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈

03/17/2023

When you were young, a parent or caretaker at some point probably asked "who do you want to be when you grow up?" You may have said you wanted to be an athlete, an author, an astronaut, or an artist. Maybe you wanted to grow up to be just like someone you admire like a teacher or something playful like a favorite cartoon character.

Whatever the answer was then, has it changed now? And have you shared these dreams with your partner?

Set aside intentional time to answer these questions about who you'd like to become to connect your partner to your inner world.
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When you and your partner are ready to work through this exercise, choose a time when you are both feeling relaxed and can be uninterrupted. Put away distractions like your phone. You may find it helpful to write your responses down first before sharing them out loud with one another.⁠
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While this exercise should inspire conversation, it can be long, complex, and requires deep empathy and listening. For some, these questions may be best explored with the help of a professional.⁠
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Take your time, revisit these prompts as needed, and come back to them another time if you're feeling overwhelmed.