Pineapple Support Launching Free Grief/Trauma Support Groups

Pineapple Support has again partnered with industry-friendly therapist Jasmine Johnson, (MSW, MA, LCSW) of Blue Pearl Therapy to host two free five-week online support groups for adult industry performers, one for survivors of sexual trauma and one for grief and loss, beginning August 7. “We hope these sessions will help performers build strong bonds and develop an on-going support network,” said Leya Tanit, founder and President of Pineapple Support. “Jasmine was one of the very first therapists to offer her services to Pineapple Support. She knows how important it is for performers who have experienced trauma and grief to be able to talk with others with similar backgrounds.” Blue Pearl Therapy is a sex-worker-aware, stigma-free therapeutic practice that provides both online and offline therapy and coaching. Johnson is a licensed clinical social worker and gerontologist providing therapeutic services related to PTSD, depression and anxiety for over fifteen years. “As an active clinical therapist and adult entertainer myself, I know firsthand the challenges that can accompany accessing mental health support,” noted Johnson.  “I have been elated to partner with Pineapple Support to help bridge the gap between mental health resources and sex workers.” Johnson says performers can expect to meet online weekly with peers and a sex worker-friendly therapist to discuss the impact of grief and sexual trauma, including coping skills. Performers can expect a judgement-free safe space where the only thing anyone need have in common is being a member of the adult industry community. “One of the hardest things that adult performers face is stigma from the therapeutic community,” said Tanit, “We need to meet performers on their own terms, and in an environment that understands their needs.” Pineapple Support is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-deductible qualifying charity in the US, and a registered charity in the UK. Those wishing to sign up for the group can do so here.