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I really want to go to pride but I'm not out to my parents yet. How can I go without having to come out to them?

Kateri Berasi, PsyD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Kateri Berasi is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the Founder of The Centered Self, a therapy practice focused on women’s mental health, and Transcendent Self Therapy, a group practice that uses creative therapeutic approaches to support those who feel misunderstood, marginalized, or outside the norm. With nearly 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Dr. Berasi specializes in hormonal and fertility-related concerns, as well as working with creatively inclined individuals navigating identity, emotional depth, and life transitions. She offers individual therapy, couples counseling, group therapy, and Costume Therapy—a unique modality she developed. Dr. Berasi holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University, a master’s degree from Columbia University, and completed her postdoctoral training at Columbia as well.

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Licensed Clinical Psychologist

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It’s always best to go with another person whom you trust, whether a friend or a partner. Let another person you trust know that you will be attending the parade, and make sure you each have one another’s contact information in case you need help at any point.

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What should I take to the parade?

Kateri Berasi, PsyD
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Dr. Kateri Berasi is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the Founder of The Centered Self, a therapy practice focused on women’s mental health, and Transcendent Self Therapy, a group practice that uses creative therapeutic approaches to support those who feel misunderstood, marginalized, or outside the norm. With nearly 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Dr. Berasi specializes in hormonal and fertility-related concerns, as well as working with creatively inclined individuals navigating identity, emotional depth, and life transitions. She offers individual therapy, couples counseling, group therapy, and Costume Therapy—a unique modality she developed. Dr. Berasi holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University, a master’s degree from Columbia University, and completed her postdoctoral training at Columbia as well.

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Licensed Clinical Psychologist

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Bring your phone, water, and a snack. To stay safe, avoid any signs of uprising or violence, know the route of the parade, and map out several places along the way where you can take a break if need be. You can always leave at any point if you feel uncomfortable or unsafe.

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How would I ask my parents to go to pride if I'm not fully out as LGBTQ+?

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Tell them you want to go to support the community. If you have LGBTQ+ friends, say you're supporting them specifically. Or just take this opportunity to tell your parents!

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What shoes should I wear to the LGBTQ parade?

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It's up to you. Rainbow shoes are a good option, or you could wear shoes with rainbow shoelaces.

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Can a 12 year old go to pride?

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Pride parades are generally nice and chill, so if a 12-year-old wants to go to one, then they should go. Obviously, they must go with an adult to prevent any risks. The 12-year-old must also be aware that there are always hateful people and that they should not take the words of those people seriously.

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Can I dress in many colors? I want to support more than one sexuality but I am worried that my group will disapprove.

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You are free to wear whatever you choose. Your group should respect your option to wear a costume or a variety of colors. Don't be concerned about what your friends will think; wear whatever you want!

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