James BraunTherapy  |  MC, RCC Book Now

Vancouver, British Columbia
Online appointments

Queer-affirming counselling

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Intersex-Inclusive Pride flag
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You may be wondering whether a counsellor will understand the relationships and communities that matter to you. I am queer, and I welcome adults of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Sexuality and gender can be part of our conversations. They do not have to be the reason you book.

Your life in context

Ordinary conversations can involve decisions about how much of yourself to share. You may think twice before mentioning a partner at work or find that family understand only part of your life. We can talk about what those situations ask of you and how you feel in them.

I do not assume that sharing a community means sharing an experience. I want to understand the people, places and circumstances that have mattered to you.

What you want to talk about

You might be questioning how you describe yourself, considering coming out, or thinking about what you want others to know. There is no expectation that you should choose a label or disclose something before you are ready.

Your relationship with queer community may be a source of friendship and enjoyment. It may also be complicated. We can explore what belonging means to you without deciding in advance how you should feel about it.

A loss, anxiety, work stress or a difficulty with someone close to you may be more immediate. You are welcome to talk about those things too.

In our conversations

I work individually with adults. We can take time to understand what an experience means to you and consider what you need now. When something I say does not fit, I would like you to tell me.

You can also read about my work with gay, bisexual and queer men and my qualifications and further training.