LGBTQ+ advocates spoke out on an Owasso teenager's death that gained national attention. Nex Benedict, a nonbinary 16-year-old Owasso High School Student, died one day after a fight at the school. Oklahoma's Medical Examiner's Office ruled their death was a suicide. | MORE | Hundreds march at Oklahoma state Capitol for Nex BenedictWhile it is impossible to know what caused Benedict to commit suicide, an Oklahoma therapist said the LGBTQ+ community is scared. Many just don't know where to turn, but they are working to stay strong. "With the loss of the life of Nex, we’re seeing a correlation of people seeking out more services," said Albert Rios Foster, the owner of Good Hive Counseling. Benedict died in early February. They told an officer they poured water on girls who were mocking them. Following the report from the medical examiner, LGBTQ+ advocates and local therapists spoke out. “There's a commodore about somebody in their community that they feel they’re marginalized, and they also feel nervous. It's kind of a hot topic here in Oklahoma. It's very politicized," said Janet Cizek with Community Treatment Integrations Oklahoma. Cizek said Benedict's death can be triggering for some. "It can lead to depression, hopelessness and despair," Cisek said. One therapist said the LGBTQ+ community doesn't feel supported in Oklahoma. "It's sad that our community is constantly attacked, constantly feels like we’re unsure where we stand. With my nonprofit, I'm really trying to find ways that we can support the community," Rios-Foster said. He said he is working to change that narrative. "The situation with Nex Benedict has even affected us as providers. Understanding where our place is and how we support our clients," Rios-Foster said. President Joe Biden released a statement on Benedict's death and the report. "Jill and I are heartbroken by the recent loss of Nex Benedict. Every young person deserves to have the fundamental right and freedom to be who they are, and feel safe and supported at school and in their communities. Nex Benedict, a kid who just wanted to be accepted, should still be here with us today," the statement said in part. State Superintendent Ryan Walters responded to that statement on the social media platform X, calling on Biden to quit playing politics. He said the Democrats have found a new low of exploiting a child's death. Top Headlines Tornado watch continues as storms move across Oklahoma ME lists manner of death for 16-year-old nonbinary student Nex Benedict as suicide Woman found dead in a Florida canal has been identified after nearly 42 years Police officer opens fire and kills dog during traffic stop in northeast Oklahoma City Oklahoma family issues warning on rare, deadly disease found in lakes