Anxiety and depression discussion

USA helplines:

General LGBTQIA Youth Support Lines

These toll-free lines are staffed by either trained LGBTQIA youth or adults, or by trained youth or adults that are LGBTQ friendly.

Youth Talkline (ages 23 and under)

1-800-96-YOUTH
Mon–Sat, 9.30 pm–12 am EST
Tue, 7 pm–12 am EST

Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Youth Hotline

(ages 23 and under)
1.800.773.5540
Mon–Fri, 12 pm–8 pm EST

Gay and Lesbian National Hotline

1-888-843-4564
Mon–Fri, 4 pm–12 am EST

Topic Specific Support Lines

These toll-free lines are open to the general public, so while they may not be LGBTQ specific, we’ve checked that they are LGBTQIA-friendly and should be understanding and respectful of your needs. They are all open 24/7 unless noted otherwise.

Trans Lifeline

https://www.translifeline.org/
1-877-565-8860

Trevor Suicide Prevention Line

1-800-850-8078

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

HIV/AIDS/STD Line
1-800-342-2437

HIV/AIDS Treatment Info Services

1-800-448-0440
TDD: 1-888-480-3739
Mon–Fri, 12 pm–5 pm EST

Covenant House’s Nine Line (a crisis line for youth and their families)

1-800-999-9999

National Runaway Switchboard

1-800-231-6946

National Youth Crisis Hotline

1-800-HIT-HOME

Child Abuse Hotline

1-800-422-4453

National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-7233
TDD: 1.800.787.3224

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Hotline

1-800-821-4357

Alcohol Hotline

1-800-252-6465

Drug Abuse Hotline

1-800-888-9383

UK helplines:

Switchboard +443003300630

SupportU +441183219111

National Trans 24 Helpline 08443583204 // 07527524034

EMAIL: helpline@lgbt.foundation

LGBT Foundation:  – 0845 3 30 30 30 or 0161 235 8035 (10am-10pm, daily)
Helpline run by Lesbian and gay health charity. Email: info@lgbt.found

If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or feel concerned that you may harm yourself please contact the following services:

SAMARITANS (24 hours, 7 days a week)

116 123 (free call) / 0161 236 8000 (local charges apply)

THE SANCTUARY (8 pm-6 pm)

0300 003 7029

If you are concerned about an immediate risk of harm – either to yourself or someone else – phone 999. If it is not an emergency but you require urgent advice, call 101. Visit your local Accident & Emergency department if necessary

What is LGBTQ Counselling?

Coming to terms with your sexuality, facing discrimination, victimisation or homophobic attitudes can have lasting effects. Some people suffer rejection from their families or friends and, together, these experiences have the potential to cause significant emotional and psychological distress.

At The Awareness Centre, we understand the challenges of being lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or non-heterosexual or non-cisgendered (LBGTQ), and we offer a safe and non-judgemental environment in which you can explore these issues.

Depression, anxiety and low self-esteem are problems that can affect each and every one of us. Yet, for some LGBTQ individuals, the sources of mental distress are all encompassing. They can affect all aspects of life, including self-esteem, relationships and even our career choices, all of which can have a devastating impact on health and happiness.

Counsellors and psychotherapists practising at The Awareness Centre see many people, each with their own unique issues to resolve. If you are having issues or problems related to your sexuality, then you too may benefit from counselling and psychotherapy.

Therapists at The Awareness Centre have experience in working with LGBTQ issues and can support you on your journey to self-improvement. They will support you with systems to cope with and challenge the problems you may be facing, with the aim of helping you live an authentic, full and happy life. Additionally, if you wish to combine counselling and psychotherapy with medication, we can refer you to our private consultant psychiatrist. Our therapists can offer support for a wide range of issues and use a number of approaches to therapy.

Benefits of Counselling and Psychotherapy for LGBTQ issues

Confidential, non-judgemental environment in which to discuss your concerns, emotions and feelings

Support with the process of ‘coming out’ to friends and family

Discuss and work through difficult issues, such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety and addiction

Provides a safe environment to explore private matters such as sex and relationship issues

Same-sex couples therapy with experienced therapists

We also offer support to family members who may have difficulty coming to terms with your sexuality

Appointments

To make an appointment to see one of our LGBTQ counsellors or psychotherapists,  please call the reception team on 020 8673 4545 or email our appointments@theawarenesscentre.com. We are open seven days a week. Some therapists work from other consulting rooms across London.

Fees

Our low cost counselling service is available if you are on benefits or a low income. Fees range from £15 – £35 in Tooting and £20 – £35 in Clapham.

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