Gender & Sexual Identity Support
Exploring Identity in a Safe and Supportive Space
Gender and sexual identity are deeply personal parts of who we are. For some, this sense of self feels clear from an early age. For others, it can involve questioning, exploration, or a journey of change.
Heart To Heart offers gender and sexual identity counselling in Bristol for individuals who are seeking support with understanding, accepting or expressing their identity. Whether you identify as LGBTQ+, are in the process of coming out, or are navigating transitions in gender or relationships, we’re here to provide a space that is welcoming, non-judgemental and affirming.
How Counselling Can Help
Exploring your gender or sexual identity can bring up a range of emotions and experiences from confusion and relief to fear, grief, or joy. Our counsellors are here to support you with:
- Coming out to friends, family or colleagues
- Processing feelings of shame, anxiety or self-doubt
- Navigating identity in relation to culture, faith or community
- Exploring gender fluidity, non-binary identity or transition
- Understanding internalised homophobia or transphobia
- Managing relationship or intimacy challenges
- Rebuilding confidence after discrimination or rejection
You don’t need to have everything figured out. We welcome people at all stages of exploration and self-discovery.
What to Expect from Sessions
Our indentity counselling sessions are shaped around you. You’ll never be pressured to label yourself or disclose more than you feel comfortable with. We’ll work with your goals, at your pace, whether that means exploring identity in depth, managing anxiety, or simply having a safe place to talk.
We understand that your identity may be just one part of what brings you to counselling. You are a whole person, and sessions can also include work around mental health, trauma, relationships, work, or anything else that feels important to you.
Who We Support
We support people of all ages and backgrounds, including:
- LGBTQ+ individuals exploring identity, relationships or mental health
- People coming out at any stage of life
- Trans, non-binary and gender-diverse individuals
- Partners or family members seeking to understand and support a loved one
- Individuals questioning their gender or sexuality
- People navigating dysphoria, stigma or social pressures
You don’t need a referral, diagnosis or specific label to access support. If this page speaks to you, we welcome you just as you are.
An Inclusive Approach to Counselling
Heart To Heart is committed to providing counselling that respects and celebrates diversity in gender, sexuality, and expression. We offer:
- Affordable, donation-based therapy
- LGBTQ+ affirmative counselling
- Counsellors with experience supporting identity exploration
- Wheelchair-accessible rooms and online sessions
- A welcoming, non-clinical space to be yourself
We understand how important it is to feel seen and respected in the therapy room. Our counsellors are trained to hold space for gender and sexual identity with warmth, openness and care.
Why Choose Heart To Heart?
- Trusted Bristol-based team
- Compassionate, identity-affirming support
- Safe, confidential spaces
- Flexible in-person and remote options
- Short waiting times
- Affordable sessions without complex sign-ups
We know that reaching out can feel vulnerable, especially if you’ve felt misunderstood or judged in the past. Our aim is to offer something different — a therapeutic space where your identity is welcomed, not questioned.
Ready to Begin?
If you’re looking for gender and sexual identity counselling in Bristol, we’re here to walk alongside you as you explore what matters most to you.
Whether you’re navigating change, facing challenges, or simply need someone to talk to, Heart To Heart is here to help.
Reach out today to arrange a first conversation or to ask any questions. You don’t have to go through this alone.