The experiences of LGBTQIA+ (non-heterosexual orientations) clients aged 16-24 of disclosing their sexual orientation to a therapist

Hi everyone,

My name is Abbie Franklin and I am currently completing my MSc in Counselling Children and Young People at the University of Northampton. I am conducting research for my dissertation and I am exploring the experiences of LGBTQIA+ young people aged 16-24 of disclosing their sexual orientation to their therapist.

Who can participate?

  • If you are aged 16-24.
  • Identify as anything other than heterosexual.
  • Have disclosed their sexual orientation to a therapist.
  • Not currently in therapy.

What does the study involve?

  • Taking part in an online interview lasting between 30-60 minutes on Microsoft Teams.
  • You will be sent the interview questions beforehand.
  • Any identifiable information will be pseudonymised.

This study has been approved by the ethics committee of the University of Northampton.

Please email abbie.franklin23@my.northampton.ac.uk for more information.

Thank you so much!