LGBTQ+ Therapy

Are You Seeking Acceptance And Understanding?

Do social stigmas make you feel “less than” or cause you to be misjudged or shamed? Perhaps you have experienced depression, anxiety, or trauma related to your sexual orientation or gender identity. Feeling unseen, you may struggle with finding a sense of belonging in the world.

When you’re a part of the LGBTQ+ community, society often puts you in the category of “other,” leading to feelings of isolation. Because you don’t fall into the categories imposed by our culture, you may feel hopeless and wonder if you will ever be fully embraced for who you are.

Perhaps You Wish Your Family Was More Supportive

It can be a confusing and uncertain time for you and your family if you are a teen or young adult questioning your sexual orientation or gender identity. As you try to figure out who you are, you might not feel like you’re being taken seriously or be told dismissively by others that it’s “just a phase” you’re going through. Although your loved ones may be doing their best to be understanding, you may feel alone and unsupported which only adds to your sense of isolation.    

And if you’re in a relationship, you might be having issues with communication, connection, and intimacy. Although all couples face challenges maintaining a deep bond, you may be facing particular hurdles due to the challenges of being LGBTQ+ in an often-hostile world.

Fortunately, if you’re in the LGBTQ+ community and seeking therapy, you can be seen and accepted for who you are rather than what society and others assume of you. Whether you seek  couples counseling, family, transgender, gender identity, or coming-out therapy, an LGBTQ+-affirming therapist can support you with whatever issues you face.

If You Are A Parent, Perhaps You Are Confused

If so, you’re not alone! Regardless of religious or political background, many parents have a range of emotions when their child questions their sexual orientation or gender identity. On one hand most don’t want to do any harm to their child by forcing them into a box that doesn’t fit. Yet on the other hand many have concerns about hopping fully on board with a new identity and lifestyle if their child is simply trying to fit in, or being unduly influenced by social pressures.

We don’t need to tell you how challenging it is to navigate that dynamic with sensitivity and care. It is a challenging time to be a parent! A therapist experienced in working with the LGBTQ+ community can help you and your child navigate this situation with peace, clarity and integrity.

You Deserve To Be Fully Seen And Accepted For Who You Are

If you think queer-affirming care would benefit you or a member of your family, therapy at Guiding Star Counseling & Wellness, PLLC is here to help. Both in-person and video appointments are available.

Our practice has an office in San Antonio, Texas.

Virtual appointments available for Texas residents.