Adult industry mental health nonprofit Pineapple Support has announced the organization will host a free, online support group for performers that explores the challenges of “coming out,” whether it be “as LGBTQ+, a sex worker, or something else, both personally and professionally.”
According to the announcement, the six-week “Coming Out” support group will be led by Pineapple Support therapist Amy Studer and will begin on Tuesday, October 8, at 9am PST.
The sessions will create a “safe and supportive virtual space to discuss intricacies of ‘coming out’ in personal and professional spheres,” Studer said.
“From establishing trust and understanding challenges to developing effective communication strategies, each week delves into key aspects of disclosure,” Studer added. “Engage in insightful discussions, effective problem solving, and practical homework assignments to empower your journey towards authenticity.”
Founded by performer Leya Tanit in 2018 after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses, Pineapple Support operates as a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States. The organization reports that to-date, it has “connected over 14,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.”
“Coming out can be a daunting process, especially when it intersects with your professional life,” Tanit said. “Pineapple Support is dedicated to creating spaces where performers can connect and receive the guidance they need to embrace their true selves. We are incredibly grateful to be able to offer this kind of vital support.”
The six-week “Coming Out” support group will begin next Tuesday, October 8, at 9am PST (12pm EST / 6pm CET). Sessions will last for around one hour and will take place online each Tuesday at the same time, through November 12. For more information about this support group and to reserve a spot, visit pineapplesupport.org/support-groups.
