Struggles Facing LGBTQ Youth and Their Families

“There is just one life for each of us: our own.” — Euripides

Work with LGBT Youth

I specialize in work with LGBT youth struggling with questions of sexual orientation and gender identity. You may feel isolated and rejected and have withdrawn from your family and friends. You may experience anxiety or depression and turn to drugs or alcohol to feel better. You may need someone who understands what you are going through. Someone who can listen, provide perspective and support, and who will help you think about so many issues that may be coming up — talking with family and friends, facing bullying at your school, meeting other questioning adolescents or even beginning a GSA at your school.

Work with parents of LGBT Youth

Many parents are not sure how to best support their children’s struggles with sexuality and gender identity. They know that they want to be there for their child but feel helpless and lost. We will work together to help you continue to guide, hold and provide for your growing child. It is so important for parents to also examine their feelings and thoughts around their child’s disclosure. Many very progressive parents are surprised at their hidden prejudice, fears and challenging ideas when they discover that their own child is gay, lesbian, bisexual, gender variant or questioning. We will work together to understand your reactions and the struggles facing you and your child.

Contact Me

We can begin to discuss your particular concerns and the best way to proceed by telephone at
(510) 686-3773 or email at shannondubach@gmail.com. Below are some additional resources that may be of immediate help.

Additional Resources

Phone: 510-686-3773
shannondubach@gmail.com

Licensed in
Washington State and California