Married, confused and unsure

Hi c1986,

Thanks for posting on the forum and for sharing - it sounds like you've been through a lot regarding this. You've mentioned about opening up the conversations with your wife and it's good that you've kept that line of communication going, as well as having the counselling together as you've mentioned.

Struggling with our identities is sadly something that happens very frequently across the LGBTQ+ community. It sounds like you've given this some thought. You've mentioned about having counselling with your wife but have you accessed counselling or support for just yourself? I think it would be a good way to talk freely about your feelings and to process them. Here are some suggestions for support that might be helpful:

Switchboard - The UK's oldest LGBTQ+ helpline. It's staffed by queer volunteers who will gladly talk to you about your situation, and may be able to help direct you to further support. You can call them 10am - 10pm on 0300 330 0630, or webchat here: switchboard.lgbt/ or email them chris@switchboard.lgbt.



ELOP - If you'd like to talk to a licensed therapist about your sexuality then ELOP has a great online offering of LGBTQ+ psychotherapists who might be able to help you work through your feelings. Email info@elop.org

Wishing you well and do let us know how you get on.

S