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Two Dads, One Mom, Zero Apologies-Therapist Ann Russo on Religious Trauma, Chosen Family & Queer Joy

Queer therapist and “kid of queer parents” Ann Russo joins Jaimie to show what ordinary, extraordinary queer family looks like. Raised in the ’80s by a mom, dad, and dad’s partner under one roof—publicly “the roommate” for safety—Ann shares how chosen family (yes, Deadhead potlucks) and three parents taught compassion, and why bio vs. non-bio bonds never mattered. We get religious trauma 101: Ann’s fly-on-the-wall years inside a fundamentalist church as an out teen, what religious trauma is (and isn’t), and practical tools clients can use today—nervous-system grounding, boundary-setting, and how to vet an affirming therapist without having to educate them first. We also process headline grief (recorded right after a church shooting), talk about resisting bad-faith narratives, and lean into queer joy as a form of resilience. Ann’s forthcoming clinician guide on treating religious trauma (2026) ties it all together with steps for centering kids, community, and love when the world feels loud. 🏳️‍🌈 Key Takeaways Growing up with two dads and a mom under one roof—and why it worked “Roommate” life in the ’80s: safety, secrecy, and chosen family Equal bonds: why bio vs. non-bio didn’t matter in Ann’s house Pop-culture panic vs. reality: exposure to queerness doesn’t “make” kids queer Religious trauma 101: definitions, symptoms, and first steps toward repair Inside a fundamentalist church (as an out queer person) and what Ann learned Coping with gun-violence news: nervous-system care, boundaries, community Generational love: passing down compassion instead of shame Queer joy as resistance—and as fuel for the long haul How to vet an affirming therapist (red/green flags, intake clues, language) 🏳️‍🌈 About the Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 Ann Russo, LCSW — psychotherapist and founder of AMR Therapy; specializes in religious trauma. Currently writing a book to help clinicians treat religious trauma (expected 2026). 🏳️‍🌈 Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank!Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code QUEERFAM25 at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog! 🏳️‍🌈 Book with GWK's Spring Break Cruise Vacation! Join Jaimie and her family (and other LGBTQIA+ families) on a 3 night cruise in the Bahamas. Be sure to mention that you heard about it here! Click that link ➡️ https://travelbrilliant.net/mbg/gwk-s... 🏳️‍🌈 Resources Mentioned AMR Therapy (Ann’s practice) — book mailing list available COLAGE — community for people with LGBTQ+ parents How to Vet a Therapist — look for inclusive forms/language, lived training, clear stances Support: The Trevor Project; Trans Lifeline; local LGBTQ+ centers 🏳️‍🌈 Interested in advertising? Email thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com 🎧 Loved this episode?Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content and help keep these stories alive! OR become a paid subscriber through our RedCircle page for bonus episodes and one-time or recurring donations: 🔗 redcircle.com/thequeerfamilypodcast/exclusive-content 🏳️‍🌈 What resonated most with you? Drop a comment, DM us, or email thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories! 🏳️‍🌈 Let’s Connect! Find us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast 🏳️‍🌈 Watch full episodes on YouTube 🏳️‍🌈 Order the If These Ovaries Could Talk book 🏳️‍🌈 Edited by: Jerson Barajas 🏳️‍🌈 Theme Song by: Tiffany Topol 🏳️‍🌈 Logo by: Daneen Stevenato 🏳️‍🌈 Shop merch here. 🏳️‍🌈 Full transcript & episode info available on our website 🗳️ VOTE. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ ADVOCATE. 🍼 BUILD QUEER FAMILIES. The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a trusted professional for your specific situation! Ann Russo, AMR Therapy, religious trauma, queer therapist, LGBTQ+ parenting, two-dad family, chosen family, queer joy, coping with gun violence, affirming therapy, The Queer Family Podcast