LGBT Issues therapists in Chermside West, Queensland QLD, Australia AU
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
Clair Ramsden
Counsellor/Therapist, (Dip.Couns)
I have dealt with individuals from varying backgrounds, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+. While their sexual orientation or gender identity may not be directly related to their distress, individuals who belong to this group may experience social stigma that makes them feel anxious or stressed.
Through relational therapy, which is a type of psychotherapy, I can help individuals overcome these issues. It can also have a positive effect on their lives, as it can help them develop new relationships. My knowledge of the challenges faced by members of this community has been instrumental in achieving successful therapy outcomes.
20 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
Andrew Robertson
Counsellor/Therapist, Master of Counselling and Applied Psychotherapy, Advanced Clinical Skills in Gestalt Psychotherapy
My own lived experience gives me a particular understanding of and passion for the challenges facing other LGBTQI people.
10 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