Rahim Thawer at Boswell Book Company

Boswell hosts an event with clinical social worker and psychotherapist Rahim Thawer for his new book, The Mental Health Guide for Cis and Trans Queer Guys. It’s an inclusive, evidence-based guide to thriving as a queer man that offers a powerful, cognitive behavioral therapy-based approach to healing from systemic inequities and improving mental health. Cohosted by Diverse & Resilient.

from Boswell. Signed copies are available on most event preorders. If you have a personalization request, enter it in "order comments" at checkout. Please note: signed copies will ship AFTER the event. Remember to select “In Store Pickup” at check out to avoid unnecessary shipping fees on books you intend to pick up at the event.

Queer and trans men face unique and challenging circumstances, including homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, and rejection from family. In addition, the lingering effects of bigotry, discrimination, and hate crimes can have a traumatizing and devastating impact on both body and mind. With this compassionate guide, Thawer offers powerful skills to help queer men heal the pain of trauma and thrive authentically in a world that often misunderstands or marginalizes their identity and experiences.

Vikram Kolmannskog, Professor at the Norwegian Gestalt Therapy Institute, says: “Reading this guide is like going on a journey with a well-traveled friend holding your hand. The exercises draw on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and Gestalt therapy. The vignettes reflect a diversity with regards to race, sexuality, gender, age, HIV status, and more that I applaud.”

Rahim Thawer is a clinical supervisor, facilitator, public speaker, university instructor, and host of The CBT Dive podcast. His clinical practice and writing explore the intersection of systemic oppression and mental health, while also honoring innovation in queer relationships.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Boswell Book Company, 2559 North Downer Avenue, Milwaukee, United States