Transgender Counselling in Steyning
Agata Norris Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Steyning BN44
I have a special interest in conflict, trauma and transgender.
I am an integrative counsellor based in Partridge Green, Horsham, West Sussex. I young people and adults in non-judgemental and empathic way. I believe that we are ALL different and equal and we have the potential to change. In a safety of therapeutic process you can, at your own pace, find your answers, feel heard and heal. By exploring your unique life experience I can help you to gain an understanding of your patterns of behaving and relating with others. This exploration will lead to increased self-awareness and self-acceptance and to taking control of your life.
I have a special interest in conflict, trauma and transgender.
I am an integrative counsellor based in Partridge Green, Horsham, West Sussex. I young people and adults in non-judgemental and empathic way. I believe that we are ALL different and equal and we have the potential to change. In a safety of therapeutic process you can, at your own pace, find your answers, feel heard and heal. By exploring your unique life experience I can help you to gain an understanding of your patterns of behaving and relating with others. This exploration will lead to increased self-awareness and self-acceptance and to taking control of your life.
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Verified Verified
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Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Worthing BN14
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Do you need someone to listen without judgment? Maybe you are looking to manage negative thoughts, to understand your patterns of behaviour and how to change these. Talking about things with me may help you process difficult feelings and give you the space to work out the why's, the wants, the needs and the how's. You may be experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, relationship/ family issues, low self-esteem, stress, abuse, life changes such as bereavement, loss of a job, illness. Counselling can help. We can explore these things together, no matter how big or little your problem seems. You are not alone.
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Transgender Counsellors
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.