Affirm Program

This month, Parvy Palmou of Athenian Gestalt is beginning a very important and meaningful collaboration with the “Affirm” Program at Portland Mental Health & Wellness.

As part of this partnership, I will be facilitating educational seminars and co-facilitating a Gestalt-informed group with queer counseling trainees, as well as supporting groups with Two-Spirit, Trans, and Non-Binary participants.

The Affirm Program is a community-driven initiative dedicated to culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and identity-affirming care for 2STNB communities. It offers specialised training, resources, and support for both clinicians and clients, placing strong emphasis on equity, empowerment, and collaborative knowledge.

I am honoured to contribute to this work and to join a program that uplifts queer and trans communities while fostering the growth of affirming counselors.

Affirm Program - Portland Mental Health & Wellness