LGBTQ+ Community

Lesbian, gay and bisexual individuals experience the same difficulties in life as heterosexual individuals. Sexual orientation and gender identity disorder are not considered mental illnesses.

Regardless of sexual orientation, many people benefit from professional help when dealing with difficult issues such as:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Domestic Violence
• Relationships
• Stress
• Grief
• Substance Abuse
• Self-Esteem

LGBTQ-Specific Concerns Addressed

Below are a few issues that are specific to the LGBTQ community. While not all individuals in the LGBTQ community will have these concerns, they are not uncommon:

• Gender identity issues
• Clarifying feelings about sexual orientation
• Coming out
• Sexual orientation and/or transgender discrimination
• Sexual orientation and/or gender identity discrimination

Respect is Key

It is important to emphasize that it is normal and healthy to be gay, lesbian, or bisexual. Novo Counseling has experience working with members of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community. We are allies and embrace diversity, working with each individual from their own unique perspective.

Resources

• The Trevor Project
• GLBT Near Me (Resource Database)  (888) 843-4564
• LGBT National Help Center  (888) 843-4564
• Milwaukee LGBT Community Center