Or is that whom my academic advisor is? Or, do you think there is someone else to talk to? I feel so alone and don't know who to talk to. Internet is peachy keen but I want a real face. I don't want to talk to my family about this until I either have a girlfriend or I feel I am ready to tell them. Until then I'd like to talk to someone at school. Or, is there someone else I should be talking to? I've prayed about this since I was little but I know that this is what I want in my heart to be with another girl. I am not happy or sexually interested with guys.
Any suggestions on whom I can talk with on this matter?
2007-03-17 04:53:48 · 12 answers · asked by revolutionary girl 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
Most every college has a center, where trained staff are available to handle any issues with college students. Many colleges also have a GLBT club you can join. Your adviser is simply for academics only, but certainly may assist you with finding the right support group. I would ask him or her what he/she suggests. But I wouldn't get into anything personal unless you're really comfortable with this person.
Also... if you feel so alone, perhaps you chose the wrong school? There's nothing wrong with transferring to a more open school. I found this article, that you may think is interesting.
http://www.washblade.com/2005/9-16/arts/feature/colleges.cfm
I refuse to believe there isn't someone at your school, no matter how small or closed-minded, that isn't going through the EXACT SAME THING! My advice is to make as many friends as you can, gay and straight, and take one day at a time. Best of luck to you!
2007-03-17 05:50:47 · answer #1 · answered by "Corey" 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your college may have a mental health aspect of the infirmary you coudl go to. No, you're not crazy, and I"m not insinuating that you are. But you are struggling w/ life issues, and need professional help to work thru all that. If they don't, go to the infirmary, talk to a doctor there, and get a referral for a social worker or counselor. It will most likely be free.
An academic advisor or guidance counselor is NOT the person you shoudl be talking to... they adise you about what courses to take when, keeping at eye out for pre-requisites or if something is only offered in the fall semesters or something.
Best wishes.
2007-03-17 05:00:33 · answer #2 · answered by Sugar Pie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're most interested in talking to someone at school your academic advisor may not be the right choice. You should call your student services office or whatever they call it at your school and ask if they offer guidance counseling. You should also see if there are any LGBT student groups on campus, they could probably refer you to a number of people you could talk to. If you look on the internet for LGBT organizations in your area, you'll probably be able to find some that offer counseling as well.
2007-03-17 04:59:42 · answer #3 · answered by Will 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on the school as to whether or not they have anyone who is there to speak and assist with LGBT matters. Use the net to find organizations in your area, they are usually a better resource for things of an LGBT nature found locally.
Many do have a "hotline" to call to speak to someone.
2007-03-17 04:58:45 · answer #4 · answered by IndyT- For Da Ben Dan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nowadays, all schools and colleges have a social or guidance counselor to help you with making decisions with your life. They are there to guide you and help you, but the decision making part is yours.
Yes, you can talk to them. They have been trained in all areas that are pressing. They are usually trained individuals with background in a specific area. If the one you go to cannot help you, they will put you in the right direction.
Good Luck!
2007-03-17 05:05:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
College school???
Anyway, check your student health service to see if they have any psychology councilors that you can talk to. If you are filling lonely and lost for any reason, that is exactly the kind of thing they are trained to help you with.
I don't think your academic advisor is trained for that kind of thing.
2007-03-17 05:45:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
=*[ wow this is probablly extremely hard for you.... guidance counselor?...welll i'm not sure if that is the best idea. if you're affraid of your parents knowing...i wouldn't tell the counseler, she will more than likely tell your parents....
talk to someone who had the same problems as you...or talk to someone that is gay, lezbian, or bi.....they will understand than most people...
i go through the same thing...i try to prey the homosexuality away....sadly it won't go....
hon. you just need to enjoy life.....this obviosly isnt a phase if you've been trying to make it go away sinse you were a child...
don't fight it anymore....you will eventually find a woman to love and she will do the same as you....
yes you probablly want someone to talk to face to face...if you can't find someone i'm here....message me or something.... we could come to a conclusion..
=]
your friend Chelsea...
2007-03-17 05:32:17 · answer #7 · answered by *CHELSEA* 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-01 02:00:21 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any of the guidance counsellors should be equipped to help you with this. two other options would be to find a support group for GLTB on campus (usually there is one) or to find a group off campus that often has counsellors attached to it.
2007-03-17 05:31:10 · answer #9 · answered by Justme 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
each college should have a guidance counselor for you to speak with. You academic counselor should be able to point you to that person
2007-03-17 05:27:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋