Andrés Larios Brown (they/he/elle)

In this episode, we interview Andrés Larios Brown (they/he/elle). Some topics we cover include:

• The incongruence they felt from the Mormon distinction between provider and protector and nurturer
• What it means to be multiply marginalized and how that shows up in their life
• What it's like being in a married queer relationship in Utah and being polyamorous

Andrés Larios Brown (they/he/elle) is a Queer & Non-Binary mescla bella (beautiful mix) of a father who immigrated from Guatemala and a mother who is of Western European descent. First and foremost, they are a healer, as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. They and their husband currently live in Utah, where Andrés is the associate Clinical Director & Director of Cultural engagement at Encircle Therapy (a nonprofit that works with LGBTQ+ youth and families from religiously conservative cultures). They study queer identity development among collectivist and community-focused cultures, and also specialize in healing acute, systemic, and intergenerational trauma- specifically for QTBIPOC people. With experience working in a wide range of settings (nonprofits, college counseling centers, community centers, and training clinics), Andrés also focuses a large part of their work on teaching, training, education, and advocacy. They believe that we are truly whole when in connection and community, and seek to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice. 

“We are truly expansive in being authentically and fully who we are — worthy of celebration, joy, and love. I am honored to be joining you on this journey of healing and growth.” –Andrés

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