Beyond the Surface Counselling recognises and supports diverse sexual orientation, sex or gender identity and acknowledges LGBTQI+ communities’ resilience, strengths and diversity. In addition, Beyond the Surface Counselling is an affirming and welcoming practice for diversity, the LGBTIQ+ community, children, parents, partners, families and friends. I am committed to offering a non-judgmental, safe, respectful, accepting environment for the LGBTIQ+ community. I am attuned to the unique challenges faced by LGBTQI+ individuals seeking professional therapeutic support for a broad range of concerns. Counselling is a safe place to clarify your feelings and thoughts and address any concerns you may have. Furthermore, LGBTQI+ counselling can also help you live confidently within your sexual orientation and gender identity.
LGBTQI+ people make up a significant part of the Australian population. As a whole, LGBTQI+ people experience more mental health challenges than other Australians. However, the mental health challenges LGBTQI+ people experience are not because of their sexuality, sex or gender identity but because of prejudice, discrimination, exclusion and community attitudes.
If you are a parent, carer or family member of a child or young person who identifies as LGBTQI+, you may be wondering how you can best support them. Whether you think your child may be LGBTQI+ or have come out to you as sexually or gender diverse, family and parenting counselling can help you process the thoughts and emotions you are experiencing.
Many parents and carers experience a sense of relief when their child or young person confides in their sexual or gender identity. However, some parents’ feelings of surprise, confusion, and fear for their child’s safety and wellbeing may surface. LGBTQI+ counselling can help you and your family to explore and process any concerns or fears you may have about your child’s LGBTQI+ identity. Also, counselling can clarify practical, meaningful support strategies that ensure your family is effectively equipped to deal with any challenges that arise in the future.
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Julie is available for a 15-minute consultation to gain an understanding of the problem before a 50-minute intake.
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