LGBTQIA+
It can be hard talking about your feelings to your closest friends and family if you think you might be gay, bisexual or a lesbian, are questioning your sexuality or are trans or non-binary.
‘Coming out’ means telling someone about your sexual orientation or gender identity. This can be a difficult thing to do and it can take some time to get to a point where you feel comfortable and confident enough to have those conversations with people.
Get advice about coming out from the Be You project.
Get support
You can get support:
- from LGBTQIA+ support groups such as Metro
- by getting counselling in person (speak to your GP about this)
- by getting counselling online from online platforms like Kooth
- by talking to a friend or someone you trust
Online support
There are lots of resources online that can help you understand what you’re feeling – and offer advice for you and the important people in your life.
You can get online support from:
Young Stonewall – you can get helpful advice and information or you can call Stonewall on 08000 50 20 20 if you need to talk to someone.
The Proud Trust - a charity who support LGBTQIA+ youth and offer help and advice.
BeYou project – with guides designed to help you understand what you’re feeling, and practical advice about decisions or changes you might be getting ready to make in your life.