What is LGBTQIA+ Affirming Counselling?: How To Choose a LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapist
In LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, your gender and sexuality are recognised and treated with respect. This goes beyond a counsellor simply being accepting of queer people, to having the competencies required to help you to feel safe and supported… This is why it can be useful to be aware of the characteristics that help to make a therapist genuinely affirming and a safe person to support you.
Coming Out in Adulthood: Is It Ever Too Late?
Coming out in adulthood can bring a varied range of feelings. There might be relief, excitement and a sense of connection as you understand yourself more deeply. There might also be fear, grief, uncertainty or anger about the time spent living with a version of yourself that no longer feels quite right.