I'm been thinking about going to councilor I feel like I need to talk to someone about my bisexiality I tried talking to my wife about it but feel like didn't get anywhere I am so nervous and afraid
Honestly, going to a councillor was one of the best things I did for my mental health. If you have any questions about it, I'll try my best to answer
Jakebusman.....Going to a counselor/therapist was one of the best decisions that I ever made. Seriously!!! Councilors/therapists usually have a website with information about what their field of expertise is. Check that closely to see if they list anything about the LGBTQ Family...Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, etc. If that's not listed...look for someone else! It's so extremely important to find someone who who will help you understand yourself, someone who is nonjudgemental. I did some research before I start therapy and found a guy who listed specifically that he worked with the LGBTQ Community. Then I read his biography and it turned out that he is gay and has been out for over 15 years. Talking to someone who knew exactly how I felt because he had gone through the same thing was wonderful. There was an instant connection between us...he knew just what to say, and especially the right questions to ask. Find the right therapist...it will make a world of difference! Hey...keep us updated on how it works out! You are part of our LGBTQ Family and we do care. .....David
I highly encourage seeing a counselor. Over the past year, being in therapy has been nothing but positive for me. It really makes a difference to have that accountability and being able to talk to someone that can understand what you're going through.
I agree with the above. I started seeing a therapist who happened to specialize in lgbt and she is the only person I have talked to about this. It was so scary the first time I mentioned it and my heart was pounding before I said anything but once it was out there I felt so much better. A huge weight lifted. It has been very helpful. I still haven’t talked to anyone else including my husband but I joined here this week and I’m hoping to be ready to tell him in the near future.
Yep, totally normal. Its a scary prospect. Something that you can do is just go into your appointment and tell your therapist this. Just tell them you are nervous and scared, and they will help you take it from there. You got this!
