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May 2019

May 09, 2019

We Love to Blame Social Media for A LOT!

Social media often gets blamed for the isolation that’s so common in our society today....

May 08, 2019

“Ask a Latter-day Saint Therapist…” Beware of Therapist Bias

I speak of the issue of religious bias clouding therapists' perspectives on a regular basis....

May 01, 2019

Spiritual Extortion

Lesley Butterfield has been a guest poster on this blog before. I appreciated her thoughts...

April 2019

April 30, 2019

President Nelson… I’m having a Trust Crisis

I need not say much... I already wrote a letter myself. All I'll say is...

April 25, 2019

Our Children Taught Us How to Love

The Mama Dragon organization has been a wealthy resource that many, even from other congregations...

April 23, 2019

Easter Thoughts: a Personal Call for Bridge Building

I was moved by the thoughts of Beth Wallace this past Sunday morning as I...

April 23, 2019

My Op-Ed in the Salt Lake Tribune

At first I was uncomfortable that my piece would be published on Easter morning. But...

April 22, 2019

The “Comment” Section is a Place to be Held Accountable

I appreciate Stephanie's words and how she points to appropriate boundaries. It's not appropriate to...

April 17, 2019

“I am not defined by the declaring or rescinding of policy.”

Today’s guest post was written by Nathan R. Kitchen. Opinions shared on guest posts may...

April 11, 2019

Mental Health Implications of Policy Reversal

Natasha Helfer Parker, Lisa Butterworth, Sara Hughes-Zabawa and Jennifer White of Symmetry Solutions, LLC talk...

April 08, 2019

Plea to President Nelson about Families

President Russell M. Nelson, I want to be respectful, yet firm and to the point....

April 05, 2019

MMHA Makes Statement in Response To Policy Reversal

I am extremely fortunate to work with some of the most amazing people advocating for...

April 04, 2019

Please Don’t Hit Me Again: Response to New Policies

As usual, Blaire adds eloquence, truth and voice to this situation we often find ourselves...

April 04, 2019

A Pivotal Step Towards LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Repair

Amazing. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon church) has finally conceded...

December 2018

December 18, 2018

How the Kiwi Mormon has Responded So Far…

For those of you who have been following the support for Gina Colvin on my...

December 18, 2018

Witnessing for Our Kiwi Mormon – Page 6

Continued… The following are the “witnesses” that have been written in behalf of Gina Colvin,...

December 18, 2018

Witnessing for our Kiwi Mormon – Page 5

Continued… The following are the “witnesses” that have been written in behalf of Gina Colvin,...

December 14, 2018

Witnessing for Our Kiwi Mormon – Page 4

Continued… The following are the “witnesses” that have been written in behalf of Gina Colvin,...

December 13, 2018

Witnessing for our Kiwi Mormon – Page 3

Continued… The following are the “witnesses” that have been written in behalf of Gina Colvin,...

December 12, 2018

Witnessing for our Kiwi Mormon – Page 2

Continued... The following are the “witnesses” that have been written in behalf of Gina Colvin,...

December 12, 2018

Witnessing for our Kiwi Mormon – Page 1

The following are some of the "witnesses" that have been written in behalf of Gina...

December 12, 2018

Offering a Witness for our Sister Gina Colvin

The Mormon tradition has a long, beautiful history with the concept of being a "witness."...

December 04, 2018

Mixed Faith Marriage Workshop

I'll be offering a Mixed Faith Marriage workshop while out in the Salt Lake City...

December 03, 2018

Expecting and Embracing Waves

Today’s guest post is written by Kristin Marie Bennion. Opinions shared on guest posts may not...

December 02, 2018

Avoid the Relational 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse

I often talk about avoiding the 4 horsemen of the relational apocalypse from the work...

December 01, 2018

Holiday Time Can be Difficult for Many

I appreciated this frank post I came across on Richard Dutcher's facebook page. I agree......

November 2018

November 29, 2018

What do Sex Therapists Learn in Training?

Check out my latest interview for Mormon Sex Info with Tammy Ellis, who is currently...

November 28, 2018

Accused of Being a Sexual Revolutionist? I wish!

On a recent facebook thread I read the following things being said about me: “Parker...

November 27, 2018

Body Boundaries Matter: Teach Your Kids

Super powerful article. It’s difficult during these times of family reunions to sometimes know how...

November 27, 2018

Comic Promoting Dad Focused on Love & Social Justice

Really enjoyed reading this article and following the link to the actual cartoons. These are...