Therapy for Identity Issues

Therapy for identity is a way to help people understand and accept who they are, just as they are. Identity includes many parts of your life, like your culture, gender, sexual orientation, values, and roles in relationships or your community. Sometimes, big changes or challenges in life can make you question these things and leave you feeling confused or unsure about yourself. Therapy provides a space to explore and make sense of these feelings.

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People often turn to therapy for identity when they are exploring or questioning parts of themselves. For example, you might want support figuring out your gender or sexual orientation. Other times, you might feel stuck between different parts of your identity, like trying to balance family traditions with your own goals. You might also feel unsure of who you are after a big life change, like moving or losing someone close to you. Facing bias or discrimination can add to these struggles, leading to feelings of sadness or self-doubt.

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Therapy can help you sort through these feelings. It is a safe place to talk about what matters to you and work on building confidence in who you are. It can help you handle challenges while staying true to yourself and heal from past experiences of rejection or hurt.