Retirement: Broaching Intersectional Identities and Aging

Authors

• Nichole Tiggs Angieri, Univesity of Missouri-St. LouisFollow
• Ericka Cables, Webster UniversityFollow
• Mary Martha Abernathy, University of Missouri-St. LouisFollow

Abstract

Broaching intersectional identities in retirement is a crucial counseling skill that fosters trust and connection with older adults as they navigate this major life transition. Using Person-Centered, Trauma-Informed (PCTI) and Relational-Cultural Theory (RCT) as complements to broaching, these theories provide both relational and cultural attunement to facilitate healing and well-being in this specialized population. Through didactic information and case studies, the purpose of this conceptual paper is to provide counselors and counselor educators with insight into broaching intersectional identities in retirement and to advocate for further research on aging and identity. The implications for clinical practice include providing an integrated framework for intentionally broaching retirement-related identity transitions grounded in trauma-informed, relational, and culturally responsive practices.

Author ORCID Identifier

Nichole Tiggs Angieri https://orcid.org/0009-0000-6311-5436

Ericka Cables https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1738-965X

Mary Martha Abernathy https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0545-2201

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Recommended Citation

Tiggs Angieri, Nichole; Cables, Ericka; and Abernathy, Mary Martha (2026) "Retirement: Broaching Intersectional Identities and Aging," Adultspan Journal: Vol. 25: Iss. 2, Article 2.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.33470/2161-0029.1235
Available at: https://mds.marshall.edu/adsp/vol25/iss2/2