A Qualitative Analysis of the Lesbian Connection's Discussion Forum

Letters submitted to the discussion forum of the Lesbian Connection between 2000 and 2002 were analyzed to identify issues of importance to lesbians. The analysis revealed 5 discussion categories: (a) isolation, safety, and aging; (b) children; (c) lesbian relationships and sexuality; (d) physical and mental health; and (e) political issues. The author presents an overview of those discussions along with the implications of the findings for counselors working with lesbian clients.