Exploring relational and emotional experiences of the <scp>LGBTQ</scp> + community through a cognitive analytic therapy lens

The CAT map captures the distinct RRs and procedures that the LGBTQ+ community may experience, emphasising the critical role of the self-society relationship in identity formation. It underscores the importance of the 'healthy island' concept and illustrates how healing RRPs can promote a more integrated and connected sense of self. This framework may help clinicians support LGBTQ+ individuals facing mental health challenges related to their relational experiences and sense of self.