LGBT Issues therapists in Salmon Arm, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
LGBT Issues
Zakary Zarichney
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW, SSC
Are you hoping to explore your identity further, or have you experienced struggles in doing so with more confidence? Do you feel that those around you are not accepting or hold hurtful beliefs? Do difficulties with identity or sexuality often have you feeling isolated, anxious, or low? Let's talk about this - get in touch for a free consultation to get started.
7 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Ajay Sahota
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC (Registered Clinical Counsellor)
LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, +) persons may encounter specific challenges (e.g., oppression and discrimination) related to their sexual orientation. These challenges may include norms and beliefs of family members, friends, church, and cultural customs. Social and cultural norms sometimes conflict with your own values, that of other cultures you belong to, and a sense of who you are.
Some communities maintain entrenched beliefs and stereotypes of LGBTQ+ persons. In those cases, there may be resistance to accept you because you do not meet certain cultural expectations. As a result, a LGBTQ+ person may feel shame, and low self-esteem and self-worth. These feelings can lead to depression and anxiety and you may withdraw from others to protect yourself from hurt and feel lonely at the same time.
When you grow up around negative attitudes or discrimination against a group people for their sexuality or gender, it may also be difficult to accept and express yourself for who you truly are. You may find it difficult to be curious about, and explore, your sexuality and identity. As a South Asian born man (he/him) in a second-generation immigrant family in Canada, I understand some of the complexities of culture, sexuality, and gender expression.
I am excited to support you on this journey. I celebrate and stand with you as a LGBTQ+ person.
9 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Carole Boivin M.Ed., RCC, CCC, Registered Clinical Counselor, Certified EMDR Therapist.
Counsellor/Therapist
Our care plan will be tailored to your unique needs and goals.
24 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Mark Giesbrecht, MA, CCC, RCC - Psychotherapist
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, CT, CCC, RCC
I have been supporting individuals who identify as LGBTQ2 for over 20+ years, I will not treat you as the problem, I will strive to understand you and help you make the changes in the areas of your life you want to improve. You are not the problem, and I can help you better understand what they are.
29 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Jennifer Fukushima
Registered Psychotherapist, registered psychotherapist
2SLGBTQIA+ individuals face unique struggles and experiences whether it be identity exploration, coming out to yourself, to loved ones or within the wider community, relationships, non-monogamy, parenting, fertility, sex, sexual health, HIV/AIDS, transitioning, religion and spirituality, living with the impacts of current and historical marginalization or finding community. Intersectionality adds layers of complexity to the experience of oppression folx may face. I am here to affirm you on your journey and support you in your growth through compassion, understanding and advocacy.
3 Years Experience