Newport Institute

It can be easy to forget about the relationship you have with yourself—and that one might be the most important one you have.

https://www.newporthealthcare.com/resources/in-the-news/build-better-relationships/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=na&utm_content=relationships_national_all_06-2026

Living in full color means never having to change yourself for someone else 🌈

For LGBTQ+ teens and young adults, affirmation is feeling fully embraced when they tell you who they are, hearing their name spoken with care, and knowing they don’t have to edit themselves to receive love and support.

The smallest moments often leave the deepest impact.
- A parent correcting themselves with the right pronouns
- A teen introducing their partner without fear of rejection
- An adult making an effort to understand and not say, “It’s just a phase”

Let's let the young people in our lives know they don't have to hide who they are to be loved. Everyone deserves the chance to live openly and in full color.

Get your backstage pass for Newport Healthcare's Summer Tour: Folk Festival! This year's Summer Tour celebrates Newport's "folks"—our alumni, families, staff, and referring professionals—and the connections between us that create hope and healing.

Our CE webinars go back to our roots, exploring topics that speak to the heart of our approach and our values. And you'll hear from the young people who found community at Newport, and found themselves along the way. Register now and explore our resources, downloads, and alumni playlist: https://go.e.help.newporthealthcare.com/LP=104/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=na&utm_content=summer-hits-tour_national_all_06-2026

Parents can make a powerful difference in LGBTQ+ youth mental health.
Download our guide for tools to support, affirm, and encourage your loved one: https://www.newporthealthcare.com/resources/downloads/a-parents-guide-to-supporting-your-childs-gender-identity-and-sexual-orientation/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=na-ni&utm_content=lgbtq_national_all_06-2026

Boldy bee-ing yourself means embracing your fullest, most authentic self.

For many trans and nonbinary people, gender euphoria can feel like relief after years of discomfort or masking. It can look like hearing the right pronouns, recognizing yourself in the mirror, wearing clothes that finally feel right, or simply feeling safe to be who you are.

Celebrating gender euphoria can look like:
🐝 Keeping a “euphoria journal” of moments when you feel most like yourself
🐝 Exploring affirming styles, grooming, or presentation
🐝 Honoring milestones like name changes, affirming clothing, or hormone therapy
🐝 Connecting with the LGBTQ+ community in person or online

No matter where someone is on their journey, they deserve celebration when they show up as themselves, because there’s no wrong way to BEE you.

Read more here: https://www.newporthealthcare.com/resources/industry-articles/what-is-gender-euphoria/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=na-ni&utm_content=lgbtq_national_all_06-2026

Shedding layers can feel scary and trigger feelings of self-doubt. But you can silence those negative thoughts

Read more: https://www.newportinstitute.com/resources/empowering-young-adults/summer-body-image/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ni&utm_content=body-image_national_all_06-2026

This PTSD Awareness Month, we want to remind you that struggling and seeking help doesn't make you weak. Recovering from trauma is hard, and you don't have to deal with it on your own.

Find out more: https://www.newporthealthcare.com/treatment/ptsd-trauma/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=na-ni&utm_content=ptsd_national_all_06-2026