LGBT Issues therapists in Mount Isa, Queensland QLD, Australia AU
LGBT Issues
Kerri Parke
Counsellor/Therapist, Psychotherapist ACA-L2
My own queer journey and identity has taught me that no two experiences are the same and that even while things for LGBTQI people are improving all the time, we are still an oppressed community. Divergence from "the norm" within society still requires some explanation, justification and striving for acceptance - all of which can impact on a person's mental health. Trans people are some of the most vulnerable people in our society and they deserve support as they transition, as they come out, as they navigate employment, housing or relationships as they need it. I have experience of working with the LGBTQI people in a variety of ways, including coming out, dealing with discrimination and prejudice as well as issues that are unrelated to their gender and sexual identity but want a space where those parts of themselves are welcomed and understood.
I have worked with members of the community with their general therapeutic needs, as well as those who sought support during the coming out process, faced homophobia, biphobia and/or transphobia, were experiencing queer intimate partner abuse, sexual abuse and/or assault and those with a HIV positive diagnosis.
16 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Birgit Schreiber
Psychologist, PhD and MA in Psychology
Diversity and identity are central to how we live our lives and everyone needs to find their preferred way of living, laughing, and loving, so LGBT+ rights and ways of being are very important.
24 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Ilana Grosman
Registered Psychotherapist
Life is hard! Belonging to a minority can amplify what is already hard. As member of the LGBTIQA+ community myself, I can sit with you in your present moment with deep understanding and compassion. Together we will source the insight of your inner knowing to deepen relationships with yourself and others. I will guide you find your own unique path to creating a meaningful, fulfilling and empowered life.
5 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Colin Longworth - HPCCH Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Psychology & Counselling Services
Psychologist, MAPS, B Psych ECowan, GradDipCounselMurdoch,
As a mature-aged Gay man myself, I have "been around" long enough to have experienced a range of things that a younger Gay person may not have. These include the Gay male sex being illegal; the devastation of HIV/AIDS; the Marriage Equality debates; issues around "Special Religious Rights"; discrimination and "less than equal" treatment.
I combine this knowledge and experience with my psychology, counselling and clinical hypnotherapy training, to seek to assist clients. This is also assisted by regularly reading relevant books and research, on e.g. Heterosexism or homophobia, developing and strengthening resilience to microaggression's etc.
One thing I regularly do, (not just for LGB clients, but clients in general) is suggest books to read, or movies to watch, that may be of use, or as something to prompt thought on aspects of what the client has come to see me about.
Although I've had a few trans clients, issues around transition are not really a subject I feel competent to deal with, although I certainly feel I may be able to assist with discrimination and related issues, apart from issues around microaggression's, anxiety, depression and the collection of other issues clients may come to see me about.
16 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Su (Xufeng Su)
Psychologist, Provisional Psychologist
I am passionate about providing support for gender and sexuality diversity and minority community members. I specialise in supporting the trans, intersex and gender diverse communities, including clients who may face shame and stigma.
1 Years Experience