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Second Adolescence

Adam James Cohen
Mental Health
Queer Healing
Second Adolescence
Identity Exploration
Healing
Identity
Queer Identity
Religious Trauma
Queerness
Community Support
LGBTQ+ Inclusion
Coming Out
Grief
LGBTQIA+ Issues
Therapy
Education
Bisexuality
Love and Relationships
Community Healing
Trans Issues

Conversations about Second Adolescence - the messy, exhilarating, awkward, healing-filled LGBTQ+ adulthood that comes after growing up in an anti-queer world. Hosted by licensed psychotherapist, Adam James Cohen. For more, visit: www.secondadolescencepod.com

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On today's episode, we have Dr. Ilan Meyer (he/him) who can be thought of as one of the Beyoncé's of research on the LGBTQ+ experience. His work - which is perhaps the most cited in LGBTQ+ psychological research - has been devoted to highlighting the... more

On today's episode, we have Daniel O'Shaughnessy (he/him). Daniel is a London-based,  nutritionist, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, mindset coach, and author. The topic of today's conversion is body dysmorphia is, why queer people, partic... more

We all know what homophobia is but what exactly makes people homophobic? Yes, culture, religion, and media have historically perpetuated homophobic messages but not every person who receives those messages becomes homophobic, and definitely not every... more

We are back after quite a pause! Our last episode was in June 2025, and host Adam James Cohen shares about the reason for the pause plus brief discussion about why we're returning now amidst everything going on in our world.

The bulk of today's epis... more

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Ilan Meyer
Psychiatric epidemiologist; senior scholar at the Williams Institute, UCLA
Williams Institute, UCLA
Episode: Ep. 70: Ilan Meyer, PhD (he/him) on The Impact of Minority Stress on LGBTQ+ People
Daniel O'Shaughnessy
London-based nutritionist, certified functional medicine practitioner, mindset coach, and author
Daniel O'Shaughnessy, author of Letting Go of Perfect
Episode: Ep. 69: Daniel O'Shaughnessy (he/him) and Healing Body Dysmorphia: Addressing the Shame Underneath
Dr. Julian Pascal Saadi
Counseling psychologist and psychodynamic psychotherapist
Based in Sydney, Australia
Episode: Ep. 68: Dr. Julian-Pascal Saadi (he/him) on What Makes People Homophobic?
Bella Crum
A queer and neurodivergent somatic practitioner who emphasizes self-acceptance and healing through body awareness.
Rainbow Willows
Episode: Ep. 66: Bella Crum (they/she) on Listening and Returning to Our Bodies as Queer and Neurodivergent People
Liz Rhea
A queer therapist based in Atlanta, Georgia, focusing on supporting queer and trans individuals as well as those experiencing religious trauma.
Liz Rhea Therapy
Episode: Ep. 65: Liz Rhea (she/her) on Breaking Free to Exist Fully
Brandan Robertson
Progressive Christian pastor and LGBT activist, currently working on a PhD in theology and author of the forthcoming book, Queer and Christian.
Episode: Ep. 63: Brandan Robertson (he/him) on Being Queer & Christian
Valerie Baker
Writer and creative based in North Carolina, who identifies as a queer woman.
Substack writer of Breadcrumbs
Episode: Ep 61: Valerie Baker (she/they) on Late Blooming After Fundamentalist Religious Upbringings
Lucas Wilson
Postdoctoral fellow and LGBTQ+ activist
University of Toronto Mississauga
Episode: Ep. 60: Lucas Wilson (he/him) - From Conversion Therapy to Queer Liberation
Steve Spencer
An award-winning Bi Plus and HIV Advocate, researcher, and consultant.
National peak HIV organization, NAFWA; University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Episode: Ep 59: Steve Spencer (he/him) on Navigating Biphobia and HIV Stigma

Host

Adam James Cohen
Licensed psychotherapist and host of the show, focused on LGBTQ+ adulthood, mental health, and healing from anti-queer environments.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Essential listening

    Wish this podcast had existed when I was in my 20s. Such essential listening for queer folx everywhere! Adam is kind, smart and insightful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom Bruett
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast

    Adams an amazing host and all his guests are such warm and interesting people!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MUSIChero
    United States4 years ago
  • Great conversations to self analyze

    I found this podcast from a random post on Instagram. I only came out 2 months ago as Bi/Queer, I’m 37 female and married to a cis-het-male so it’s been a very confusing time to balance who I am and where I fit in the world/community I thought I knew. Listening to this podcast, even after only a few episodes, has helped me feel not so alone but also to bring more awareness to issues I’ve been wrestling with or unaware of that I need to look at. I’m just starting (and unsure of a bit) of how to g... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abuchanan123
    United States4 years ago
  • This, like Critical Race Theory, should be compulsory listening for everyone! For background, I am a cisgender straight white male who would like to be considered an ally of the LGBTQ+ community. These are the types of experiences that I simply did not have growing up, and frankly didn't realize were happening all around me. I found this to be entertaining, enlightening, and moving. I can't wait for more episodes!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Matt
    5 years ago
  • So needed

    Adam is an amazing host, giving all the space for real true feelings while infusing moments of light and humor in such an authentic way. Must listen!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarah_kate_818
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners find the host's empathy and insight a key strength, creating a sense of safety and understanding.
Guests are described as warm, thoughtful, and engaging, offering nuanced perspectives on LGBTQ+ topics.
The show is praised for balancing serious discussions with authentic, relatable storytelling and practical takeaways.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 68: Dr. Julian-Pascal Saadi (he/him) on What Makes People Homophobic?
Q: So wondering if you could share a little bit about yourself, what brings you into this conversation, and we can go from there.
Dr. Saadi discusses his background as a psychologist and psychotherapist, his focus on LGBT mental health, and the personal and professional motivation behind studying homophobia, including his family history and the impact of his father's attitudes.
Ep. 63: Brandan Robertson (he/him) on Being Queer & Christian
Q: What does it mean to be queer and Christian?
It means finding ways to integrate queerness with faith while being affirmed and celebrated in one's identity.
Ep 43: Aimy Tien (she/they) of The Queer Joy Project
Q: What have you found queer joy to mean for people?
Queer joy can be tied to significant events like marriage or coming out, but it also includes everyday moments and small routines that evoke happiness. It acknowledges that queer individuals comprehend joy in relation to their struggles and that joy can manifest in many forms, even amidst hardship.
Ep 43: Aimy Tien (she/they) of The Queer Joy Project
Q: What is The Queer Joy Project for folks who are listening who may not be exposed to that work yet?
The Queer Joy Project is a piece of work Aimy started in response to the Trump administration, focusing on multidisciplinary work and the importance of discussing queer joy. It aims to explore queer joy in an artistic, inclusive way and involves various mediums including live shows, essays, poetry, and archive materials.
Ep 46: Nathan Serrato (they/he) and the Identities We Adapted to Defend Against Shame
Q: What does it mean to be the right kind of queer person or what kind of queer person should I be?
Nathan points out the importance of dispelling the 'not enough' mentality within the queer community and emphasizes the journey of self-discovery.

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What is Second Adolescence about and what kind of topics does it cover?

"Second Adolescence" delivers thoughtful conversations about LGBTQ+ adulthood, focusing on mental health, identity, community, and healing after growing up in anti-queer environments. Across episodes, the host—a licensed psychotherapist—hosts researchers, clinicians, and LGBTQ+ voices to explore minority stress, body image, homophobia, trauma, and the role of social support, policy, and community in personal well-being. The show distinguishes itself through clinical grounding, candid storytelling, and practical strategies for navigating identity, relationships, and healing in contemporary life. It's likely to appeal to listeners seeking personal growth, mental health insights, and nuanced discussions on queer life and resilience, with a hop... more

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1. Ilan Meyer
2. Daniel O'Shaughnessy
3. Dr. Julian Pascal Saadi
4. Bella Crum
5. Liz Rhea
6. Brandan Robertson
7. Valerie Baker
8. Lucas Wilson

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