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Counseling from a therapist’s point of view


By Katherine E. Wunder, Licensed Professional Counselor

Introduction

Since many people are unfamiliar with counseling, I have prepared this chapter to help you know what to expect if you choose to work with a counselor or therapist. Included in this chapter are facts on what both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association term lesbians and gay men, and information from research I’ve done regarding lesbians’ and gay men’s counseling issues.

What do the mental health associations say about lesbians?

It has been estimated that one in ten individuals is gay or lesbian. That means that out of one million people, at least 100,000 are gay. Other sources say two in ten is a more accurate depiction of our numbers. Whatever percentage is correct, it shows that there are millions of gay people who are making contributions to societies around the world.
In 1973, the American Psychiatric Association declared that homosexuality was no longer considered a mental illness, and in 1975 the American Psychological Association followed suit.

Research concerning twins has shown there may be a genetic component, but not in all cases, and studies of the brain have shown some slight differences between gay and straight men. There is still no conclusive evidence on what causes sexual orientation. More and more it is thought to have a genetic component, and the fact remains that there have been gay people throughout history.

Your options for counseling


You may go to a private therapist or a community mental health center. There are many pros and cons to both depending upon your needs. If you work during the day, evening appointments fit better with your schedule. Some private therapists offer this service, but most agencies do not. If you are interested in or have been recommended to use group therapy, community mental health centers have this option while private therapists may or may not run groups.

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