LGBTQ+ People
Lots of people in the LGBTQ+ community experience common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. Being LGBTQ+ is not a direct cause of these difficulties, however many people can go through things like discrimination, homophobia, difficult experiences of coming out and social isolation. These experiences can hugely impact our mental wellbeing.
There are a lot of reasons that LGBTQ+ people may experience difficulty accessing healthcare. This might be because they experience being outed without their consent, experiencing negative remarks or being referred to by the incorrect pronouns. For some people, it may not be safe for them to be out, therefore confidentiality can often be a concern.
How South Tyneside Talking Therapies can help you
We offer a safe, confidential space for you to talk about difficulties and explore your emotions in a place where there is no judgement. In short-term therapy, you can use learn techniques and strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve how you feel. We offer a range of therapy including internet therapy, 1:1 CBT, interpersonal therapy and counselling. We can also signpost you to other services that you may find beneficial and make referrals to specialist services.
If you would like further information on how we can support you please visit our contact us page.
If you would like to self-refer, please click the link below.
