2018: Assertiveness Skills for Women

Spouses, SSA Women

2018 conference  Session Description: LDS cultural narratives of women’s suffering, self-sacrifice, and selflessness can hinder women’s ability to be assertive and lead them to subjugate their feelings, thoughts, needs, and wants for the sake of others. This...

2018: Self-Care 101 For Spouses

Spouses

2018 conference  Session Description: As a spouse, what are your responsibilities? Often couples forget one of the most important foundations of a healthy relationship: self care! If a spouse is not taking care of himself/herself, it can be difficult to be present for...

2018: Bridging the Desire Gap: Dealing with Differences in Sexual Desire

Couples, Spouses

2018 conference  Session Description: What do you do when you want to and he or she doesn’t, or you don’t and he or she does? Having differences in desire is pretty common among all couples. As you learn to identify the intricacies and inhibitors of your sexual wiring...

2018: Why I Choose to Stay

Spouses

2018 conference  Session Description: Marriage to someone who experiences same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria is not an easy path. Have you ever thought that not many can relate to or understand what you’re experiencing or feeling in your marriage? That no one...

2018: Panel: Tools for Thriving in a Mixed-Orientation Marriage

Couples, Spouses, SSA Men, SSA Women

2018 conference  Session Description: With so few people who seem to really understand the issues surrounding gender identity, it can difficult to find support. This panel will discuss the complexities of creating a support network including topics of communicating to...

2020: Navigating Through Betrayal Trauma in Marriage

Couples, Spouses

Session Description: This session will address questions such as “How could God let this happen?” “How do I heal and have emotional safety while my partner continues to struggle?” “What is the difference between forgiveness and...

2020: Spouses Facilitated Discussion: Closed Door Session

Spouses

Session Description: What challenges have you faced as the spouse of a man who experiences same sex attraction? How are you getting your needs met? join us for an open and honest conversation about the issues unique to women married to men with SSA. Target...

2019: Working Through Trauma in Marriage and Relationships – Balancing Compassion with Self-Care

Spouses

Session Description: As members of the LDS church we are taught the importance of forgiving and showing compassion to others and yet we also have emotional needs that cry out for attention. By focusing on self-care, establishing healthy boundaries, and holding space...

2019: Panel: Pursuing Mixed-Orientation Relationships – What to Consider

Couples, Spouses

Session Description: The “M” word is a pretty big deal. How do I even know if it’s for me? What do I need to know for it to work? Is it worth it? How can I develop the faith, hope, or love necessary to succeed in this important relationship? Bring your heartfelt...

2016: Turning Conflict Into Closeness

Couples, Spouses

Session Description: Even the best marriages have conflict – When couples aren’t prepared to deal with differences the conflict can be destructive rather than constructive. Come learn from Emil Harker, a renowned presenter and Marriage and Family Therapist, who will...