LGBTQ+ Affirming
Therapy

For members of the LGBTQ+ community, or youth questioning their sexuality or gender identity, reaching out for counselling and support can be a scary and vulnerable experience. I offer a positive and affirming space for individuals to explore their identity and develop resilience to challenge negative internalized messages. I offer therapeutic support for this journey for people of all ages- from childhood, through adolescence into adulthood.

 

For children and youth questioning their identity validation, support and parental involvement are the strongest protective factors against serious mental health concerns. I work with children and youth to explore their sense of self using age appropriate language, as well as working with parents to provide education, emotional support, and guidance on interacting with the wider world of school and extracurriculars throughout this transition period. For trans and gender creative children and youth this can also mean guidance accessing and navigating the healthcare system- if that is in line with the family's goals for supporting their child. 

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For adults in the LGBTQ+ community counselling can offer a chance to work through internalized beliefs, process trauma, and explore an ever changing sense of self throughout the lifespan. This is why I offer individual counselling to folks of any age seeking this support.