LGBT Person-centred counselling in South London and online
+44 7925 854483
Welcome
"Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen."
Brené Brown
Whether you are gay, bisexual or straight, welcome. I am here for you if you identify as queer or asexual, or are trans or gender non-conforming in any way. If you are non-binary or intersex or are in some way questioning and trying to understand issues around your sexuality or gender, I would like to provide you with a welcoming, safe and confidential space.
I understand that coming to counselling for the first time can be daunting. It is impossible for me to predict the outcome of our work together, but I can promise a relationship where you will be in control, accepted and understood.
Person-centred counselling is a collaborative process which is led by you and supported by me. I will journey alongside you, without judgement. Person-centred counselling is not about labelling or diagnosing you, it is about me trying to understand your experience from your point of view. I will not make assumptions about you, and you will remain in the driving seat. I believe that by working together, we can help you to find fulfilment of your personal
potential.
You will know when it’s the right time to come to counselling. Everyone’s circumstances are individual and – similar to coming out – usually coming to counselling is a matter of knowing, in yourself, when you are ready.
Issues that often come up include body image, self esteem and same-sex/queer relationship difficulties. You are welcome to bring issues relating to:
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Anxiety and depression
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Issues relating to chemsex or kink
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Identity confusion or conflict (for example, where your sexuality conflicts with religious upbringing or beliefs)
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Feeling you are never good enough
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Coming to terms with a breakup
Person-centred counselling can help you to make sense of issues such as:
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Sex and sexual health
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Hate crime
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Bereavement and coming to terms with a terminal diagnosis
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Bullying and harassment
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Internalised homophobia, including denial of your sexual orientation to yourself and others
I can offer you a safe space where you can explore feelings related to:
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Polyamory and open relationships
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Social media issues, including compulsive use of hook-up apps and pornography
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Searching for meaning and purpose in your life
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Abuse within relationships, including emotional abuse, gaslighting and other forms of manipulation