Date of Award
Fall 9-15-2021
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
MA - Master of Arts
Department
Expressive Therapies
Advisor
Ara Parker
Abstract
Despite a growing number of individuals who identify as non-binary, there is still a lack of understanding, language and acceptance of their identity. Dominant narratives perpetuate the gender binary and often exclude individuals who identify outside of this narrative. With so little representation regarding non-binary identities (spelling), how can therapists support potential non-binary clients? Phototherapy may be used as a viable intervention for non-binary individuals as they continue to explore their gender identity. Through a review of research and literature, this thesis attempts to gain information regarding gender identity development based on environmental factors such as dominant narratives and socialization.
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Ganier, MacKenzie, "Exploring gender identity through a camera's lens: A literature review" (2021). Expressive Therapies Capstone Theses. 499.
https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/expressive_theses/499
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