Our service is designed to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your feelings and experiences with a therapist who understands your unique challenges.
Who Can Access the Service: This service is available to residents who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, non-binary, intersex, asexual, or any other gender or sexual identity under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella.
What We Offer:
- Up to 8 free therapy sessions, each lasting 50 minutes, either online or in-person depending on your preference.
- Sessions are tailored to meet your needs, using a humanistic approach with elements of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
- We work within the context of your personal experiences, recognising and supporting individuals with multiple marginalised identities.
- A thorough screening process, including risk assessments, ensures our service is the right fit for you.
Referral Process: You can self-refer or be referred by a professional to access this service. Our current waitlist is approximately 6 months from the point of referral.
Service User
“Accessing the one-to-one therapy service came at a time when I really needed the extra space and support. I had been holding a lot mentally and emotionally and didn’t fully realise how much until I was given the space to begin exploring it.
The sessions provided a consistent and confidential space where I could process my thoughts and emotions. Through this, I began to understand myself more clearly. I developed a better awareness of my patterns, my responses, and the parts of me that had been overlooked or silenced. The therapist met me with warmth and care which made it easier to open up. I didn’t have to explain or defend my identity. I was simply accepted. That experience alone was incredibly grounding.
We value…
Lived Experience
Our therapists are part of the community they serve, bringing lived experience and deep understanding.
Equity, Understanding and Mutuality
Our service emphasises understanding, equity and ease of access for the queer community.
We are…
Non-judgemental and Affirming
We offer a safe and affirming space for queer people. Our team works within the context of client’s experience, with awareness of multiple marginalised identities.
Compassionate and Knowledgeable:
We are proud to have a compassionate, supportive and non-judgemental bespoke therapy service.