If you are a young person aged 10-25 living/working/studying in Bath and NE Somerset and identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Asexual, and /or questioning or unsure of your sexuality and/or gender identity, then OTR offers LGBTQ+ one-to- one support.

LGBTQ+ one-to-one Support

As well as the weekly groups, we can also offer one-to-one sessions.

LGBTQ+ one-to-one support sessions are facilitated by our LGBTQ+ youth workers. It is a space where you can chat with us about anything that may be affecting you because of your sexuality or gender identity. We will listen to you, and offer you support and signposting with any issues you may have. You can meet us at our offices in Bath, or we can come to your school, college, or university - whatever you’d prefer.

ABOUT OUR ONE-TO-ONE SESSIONS

The principles of our one-to-one youth support sessions:

  • Youth led, the young person choses to take part and can choose the focus

  • Helping young people to develop stronger relationships

  • Working from the young person’s perspective

  • Seeking to develop young people’s skills

  • Treating young people with respect

  • Promoting the voice of the young person

  • Respecting and valuing difference

LGBTQ+ one to one sessions often cover some of the following areas:

  • Sexuality and/or gender identity

  • Coming out

  • Intersectional identities

  • Developing self-esteem and confidence

  • Communicating with family, carers, and friends

  • Emotional health and wellbeing

  • Practical support and information where appropriate

WHO CAN ACCESS THIS

  • people aged 10-25

  • identify as LGBTQ+ or are questioning their gender and/or sexual identity

  • Live, work or study in Bath and NE Somerset

If you would like to make a referral for one of our LGBTQ+ services please fill out our referral form

Please note: This is not counselling, if you would like counselling, please tick Listening Services.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Confidential*

  • 30minute session

  • Up to 6 sessions

  • LGBTQ+ Experienced Listening Support worker or Youth worker

  • Can take place in person at our office or in the community or via video call or phone

If you would like to make a referral for one of our LGBTQ+ services please fill out our referral form

Please note: This is not counselling, if you would like counselling, please tick Listening Services.

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