Do you identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or queer?

Are there topics you found difficult to discuss in therapy?

I want to hear from YOU!

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(3/3) However, LGBTQ+ service users report worse outcomes in therapy.

As a psychologist and researcher, it was important to consider how I can bring about positive change.

I want to understand what topics lesbian, gay, bisexual and queer individuals avoid talking about in therapy and why.

(2/3) This led me to reflect on my role as a psychologist - particularly in how I support LGBTQ+ clients who come to therapy seeking understanding, safety, and healing.

Research shows that people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, and queer are at higher risk for mental health difficulties.

(1/3) For a long time, I naively believed that society had become significantly more accepting of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Hearing of a friend's recent experience of coming out was a stark reminder of the extent to which discrimination, exclusion, and misunderstanding are still very present.

My name is Millie and I am a trainee Clinical Psychologist.

I am currently involved in LGBTQ+ research looking at the topics that lesbian, gay, bisexual and queer individuals avoid discussing in therapy.

If you are also passionate about creating equal healthcare for all, I would love to connect!