Dara Hoffman-Fox (they/them) is CHP’s LGBTQ+ Health Equity Manager. In their role, Dara works with community members and organizational partners to improve access to safe, affirming healthcare for the LGBTQ+ community. They are a licensed professional counselor who has served the Colorado Springs trans and nonbinary community for 17 years, having been the Associate Director at the Colorado Springs Pride Center before starting their mental health counseling private practice in 2006. Dara has also served as a subject matter expert on trans and nonbinary topics. Their articles, videos, and interviews have empowered thousands worldwide, and they have been invited as an expert trainer and presenter at conferences, businesses, and organizations throughout the country.