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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 02/10/2026

Pair that with RFK, Jr.'s pureed lentils and sausages, and you have a hell of a meal.

A plate of lentils and sausage that looks like poo

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 24/09/2026

My article with Kevin Dorman of Prismatic Speech Services published! In it, I break down why gender-affirming voice clients are different from other speech-language pathology clients. If you're an SLP, this is necessary reading! Email me directly for a PDF. purpl.pw/voice

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 15/09/2026

How do you know your gender? And if you know yours, why can't an adolescent know theirs? Dr. Diana Sorrentino explains a biological path to gender identity and why gender-affirming care is critical for adolescents. purpl.pw/drdiana

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 24/08/2026

I'm doing a LIVE AMA tomorrow night! Ask me the questions you think you shouldn't ask. Questions on being trans, transition, and the deeper meaning of identity & gender are perfect. Drop your questions below and I'll read them tomorrow night! 🏳️‍⚧️

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 21/08/2026

I had the distinct pleasure to speak with #SpencerWest today! Look for the full podcast episode next Friday, 28 Aug 2026. #Queer #disabled #motivational

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 04/08/2026

@forgenderdiversity.bsky.social is partnering with @undead.voice to offer a FREE 3-week intro to trans voice training. Learn practical tools, get live support, and start building a voice that sounds like you. 🏳️‍⚧️ Spots are limited! Register: undeadvoice.com/joinjumpstart

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 07/07/2026

Happy #Rebirthday to me! 🏳️‍⚧️ Four years ago today, I began #GenderTransition. #GenderAffirmingCare turned a crabby old dude into the happy babe here. If you feel dysphoric, reach out to me. I'm proof the other side exists. 💜 #trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 04/07/2026

This Independence Day, I declare my independence from bloviating fools whose political aspirations override the pains of their constituency. We are one humanity, one experience, with unique and beautiful identities and gender. 💜🇺🇸💜

Amethysta salutes compassion, diversity, inclusion, and the universal human experience that unites us all

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 26/06/2026

Check one more #transgender stereotype off the list! Just got my septum pierced!

Amethysta smiles as she shows off her new septum piercing

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 25/06/2026

Oh, dang...and I wanted to keep the "inspiration" I gave Tolkein back in the day a secret!! 😹💜

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 24/04/2026

You won't want to miss AvaCon 2026. I'll be in a panel this weekend called Threads of Potential: Weaving the World to Come, where we'll discuss how #feminine principles are necessary to build the future. tinyurl.com/AvaCon2026 @sisterhoodofavalon.bsky.social #trans #TransWomenAreWomen

Come check out AvaCon 2026 this weekend! Past, Power, and Potential!

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 22/04/2026

There's still time to register for AvaCon 2026! I'll be in a panel called Threads of Potential: Weaving the World to Come, where we discuss how #women and the #feminine will move the world forward. @sisterhoodofavalon.bsky.social tinyurl.com/AvaCon2026 #trans #TransWoman #transgender

There's still time to register for AvaCon 2026, put on this weekend by Sisterhood of Avalon!

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 20/04/2026

I will be participating in AvaCon by @sisterhoodofavalon.bsky.social this weekend! Watch the panel this Sunday, 26 April 2026 called Threads of Potential: Weaving the World to Come. We'll discuss how the #DivineFeminine can be used to build a better world. tinyurl.com/AvaCon2026

AvaCon 2026, by Sisterhood of Avalon - this weekend, 25 - 26 April 2026

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 17/04/2026

Woohoo! I hit 2000 Subscribers on YouTube! Time for a celebration. 💜🏳️‍⚧️💜 P.S. you can subscribe, too! 💜😹 youtube.com/@amethystahe...

A purple haired bint holds a ginger ale drink in celebration

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 06/04/2026

She patterned her creation after these fine specimens...

16 batshit crazy lamb cakes to haunt your dreams until you shuffle off this shit show.

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 06/04/2026

Another creepy lamb cake, courtesy of my dear wife. Pleasant dreams, bitches. 💜

A cake in the shape of a lamb, but looking vaguely like it will leap out and eat your face.

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 31/03/2026

Whether you've started #GenderTransition, finished transition, or are dreaming of the day you transition... A Blessing upon you this #Transgender Day of Visibility! REMEMBER: it is never too late to be seen. And I will see you...whenever you arrive. 💜🏳️‍⚧️💜 #trans #TDoV #queer #lgbtq

A purple-haired woman smiles widely, knowing she is truly seen.

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 30/01/2026

I just had a phenomenal conversation with @drzphd.bsky.social - Dr. Natalia Zhikhareva! She is a stunning combination of intelligence, analysis, and compassion. Podcast out Friday, 06 Feb 2026. #DRZPHD #GenderDysphoria #psychology #trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity #ScienceOfIdentity

Dr. Natalia Zhikhareva and Dr. Amethysta Herrick talk about identity, gender, and not giving a shit.

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 22/01/2026

Oh, my Good Goddess!! I found #purple ice cream! My new favorite treat foreva!! It's called #Dreamweaver - but not the cheezy web software. 💜😹💜

Ami is resplendent with purple hair, purple nails, and purple ice cream.

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 08/01/2026

I see myself as a Spiritual Alchemist: - I taste like Salt - I smell like Sulfur - And I'm poisonous as Mercury.

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 05/01/2026

I had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with @richardkaczynski.bsky.social to talk about his new book #MindOverMagick. Dang, that's a good read! The #podcast publishes this coming Friday, 09 Jan 2026. Stay tuned...you will love this episode! #magic #magick #psychology #ScientificMethod

Dr. Richard Kaczynski and Dr. Amethysta Herrick have a very erudite and purple conversation!

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 04/12/2025

This week's #podcast features @ericadeuso.bsky.social - an amazing woman and politician who is the new Mayor-Elect of Downingtown, PA. She's also the first #transgender Mayor in PA, but trust me, she's so much more! #PurplePawedcast #FirstTransMayor #trans #lgbtq #GenderIdentity

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 21/11/2025

I had the loveliest conversation with Mayor-elect Erica Deuso of #Downingtown PA today!. She is hip, fun, and loads of laughs to hang out with! Expect to see the final podcast Friday, 05 December 2025. @ericadeuso.bsky.social #EricaDeuso #trans #transgender #lgbtq #GenderIdentity

Erica Deuso and Ami Herrick share a laugh

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 01/11/2025

Happy #Halloween Blessed #Samhain Noson #CalanGaeaf Hapus! 🌒🌕🌘 💜🏳️‍⚧️💜

Amethysta wears a black dress with a corset and witchy makeup

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 30/10/2025

Listen, I recognize sanitation is important as much as the next girl. But I'll wait to buy a new Honda until after they've retired the Poo Truck.

A truck in front of a Honda dealer with the word POO emblazoned across it

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 13/10/2025

So...Miz Lewis and I had a moment. And then @witchychristi.bsky.social and I had a moment. And finally Mercer and I had a moment. They made good on their #PieInTheFace claim at #AtlantaPrideFestival ...and I f'ing loved it!! #trans #transgender #lgbtq #queer #pansexual #lesbian

Miz Lewis and Ami share a sticky memory. Kinda wish I'd pushed Miz Lewis into the cream in my chest...

Witchy Christi and Ami share another sticky memory. She was much gentler than Miz Lewis.

Mercer and Ami share yet another sticky memory. Mercer had no fear in hugging me full on afterward. It was all worth it!!

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 13/10/2025

We're heading home from the #AtlantaPrideFestival and not happy about it. What an amazing time! Maybe next year...? 💜🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💜 #lgbtq #queer #trans #transgender #nonbinary #pansexual

Ash, Ildiko, and Ami Herrick at the Atlanta airport heading home from Pride...boo.

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 13/10/2025

Welp...turns out I was wrong. Miz Lewis and @witchychristi.bsky.social did do the ol' #PieInTheFace. I'm waiting on some photos, but here is proof...ironically, I don't have pics with anyone but Pie #3 just yet! 💜🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💜 #trans #transgender #lgbtq #queer

Christi, Miz Lewis and Ami Herrick get ready for pie action

Miz Lewis's friend Mercer and Ami after Pie #3

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 12/10/2025

And now... My babe friend Miz Lewis and @witchychristi.bsky.social at the #AtlantaPrideFestival (with no #PieInTheFace in sight)! 💜🏳️‍⚧️😹🏳️‍⚧️💜 #trans #pansexual #lgbtq #queer

Christy, Miz Lewis, and Ami Herrick at the Atlanta Pride Festival

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 12/10/2025

The whole Kitten Family at #AtlantaPrideFestival parade! 💜🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💜 #trans #transgender #lgbtq #queer #nonbinary #pansexual

Ash, Ildiko, and Ami Herrick at Atlanta Pride Festival

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 12/10/2025

We're at the #AtlantaPrideFestival parade! This is my son, being Loud and Proud! 💜🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💜 #trans #transgender #nonbinary #lgbtq #queer

Ash and Ami Herrick at the Atlanta Pride Festival parade

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 11/10/2025

THE reason I'm at #AtlantaPrideFestival - my friend Miz_Lewis (who is absolutely not giving me a #PieInTheFace tomorrow, I swear)!! #trans #transgender #pansexual #queer #lgbtq 💜🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💜

Miz_Lewis and Ami at Atlanta Pride Festival

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 11/10/2025

The stage at #AtlantaPrideFestival 💜🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💜

Looking South toward the stage at the Atlanta Pride Festival!

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 11/10/2025

I'm on the scene at #AtlantaPrideFestival - this is HUGE! Come out (literally) and come by! 💜🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💜 #trans #transgender #queer #pride #lgbtq #LGBWithTheT

Ami relaxes under a tree at the Atlanta Pride Festival, where it's hot in more than temperature!

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 10/10/2025

I met @amethystmay.bsky.social here in Atlanta! What a pure, kind, and caring person...I am honored to call you friend and Sister! 💜💜💜

Amethysta and AmethystMay together in Atlanta!

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 10/10/2025

Woohoo! We landed in #Atlanta - United turned all the lights #purple in my honor! I'm ready for #AtlantaPrideFestival now! 💜🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💜

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 09/10/2025

At the airport to #AtlantaPrideFestival (where I am absolutely NOT going to get a #PieInTheFace ) and found another #PurpleHairedSister! 💜🏳️‍🌈💜

Two purple haired women smile at the airport

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 26/09/2025

If you're going to be there 10 Oct - 12 Oct 2025... ME!

Amethysta points to her silly cat ear headphones

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 18/09/2025

And yet I earned a Ph.D., got married, had a successful career, have a beautiful family... Funny, that. Seems I *am* a heroine these days. 💜

A very successful woman with purple hair and nose rings

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 18/09/2025

55 and counting... 💜🏳️‍⚧️💜

Amethysta smiling and showing a bit of unintentional cleavage

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 06/09/2025

Did I...did I see this right? Did the NRA just support the transgender community over the Trump DOJ...? It's a weird political situation we're going through, but I didn't realize it was *this* weird.

Twitter post by the NRA supporting transgender rights to keep and bear arms

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 04/09/2025

I got my certs from the #NGH as a #CertifiedHypnotist today! Just like Vernon in #OhBrotherWhereArtThou - I'm #BonaFide. Seriously, this certificate looks nicer than the diploma I got from University of Georgia for my Ph.D.! Perhaps #hypnosis is better respected? #trans #lgbtq #queer #transgender

Amethysta's certifcate from the National Guild of Hypnotists indicating she is a bona fide Certified Hypnotist

Amethysta's ID card from the National Guild of Hypnotists

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 22/08/2025

Usagi's first transformation!! Always brings a tear... #SailorMoon

Usagi transforms into Sailor Moon for the very first time.

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 22/08/2025

"Again...?" my wife asks. "Again??" my son asks. "Yes," I say. "Again." And with dignity due a #SailorGuardian, I head to my room to read. 🌒🌕🌘 #manga #SailorMoon #SailorJupiter #trans #transgender #lgbtq #queer #GenderIdentity

Amethysta hold open Sailor Moon book 1 to the cover page

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 19/08/2025

I think for the first time ever, the barista at #Starbucks said my name right on the first try. #LifeGoals #trans #transgender #queer #lgbtq

Amethysta gets a Cinnamon Dolce Latte and named properly!

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 18/08/2025

I was at the grocery store with my wife and skirted around a dude with my cart. My wife called back "Sorry - woman driver!" I wasn't sure if I should be offended...or embrace the misogyny as affirmation. 💜😹💜 #trans #transgender #lgbtq #queer #TransWoman #TransgenderWoman

Amethysta dodges dudes at the grocery store

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Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D. @amethysta.io · 15/08/2025

Holy cats! I met a woman named Amethyst today! I realize that isnt Amethysta, but still...close enough? Oh, I also got a #NoseChain again!!

A purple haired bint wears a nose chain and smiles. It's Amethysta!!

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