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FOR LGBT
CLIENTS
Counselling
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) clients
Counselling for many, can be a daunting experience. What is
important is that you choose a counsellor that has empathy,
understanding and a positive regard for your individual
situation.
Our commitment to you is our:
Understanding that biological, psychological and
psychosocial factors influence the course of our
orientations and identities.
Level of professional knowledge and desire to assist you to
integrate your orientation and identity into a fully
functioning and emotionally rewarding life.
Acknowledgement that dominant value systems may undermine the healthy
functioning of LGBT individuals.
Understanding of the range of complex complications LGBT clients may
experience throughout their lives.
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Experience in working with these complications (which may include: identity
confusion; fear and anxiety; depression; substance abuse; isolation; STD/HIV
infection; discrimination; guilt; grief and loss.
Knowledge of and commitment to fighting societal discrimination.
Dedication to having no bias and judgement and supporting clients to: a)
navigate their own path of life choices in order to find a greater level of
contentment, safety and emotional health.
Specialising in counselling for lesbian individuals and couples,
counselling for gay individuals and couples, counselling for
bisexual individuals and couples and counselling for
transgendered individuals and couples.
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