LGBTQ+ Family and Friends Support Group

We offer support to anyone who has had someone in their life (parents, children, friends, etc.)  ‘come out’ or disclose that they are LGBTQ+.
It can be an overwhelming or confusing time when we have been told that someone close to us comes out as LGBTQ+.

This support group is a place where individuals going through similar experiences can meet and discuss their feelings and/or process in an environment that is safe and free of judgement.
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​It can help to talk to others who are going through similar challenges and reduce the feelings of loneliness that one may feel in this process. 

Who are our members

Children, parents, cousins, aunts, uncles, colleagues and friends of individuals who have "come out" and they are processing the new information, the new feelings and the challenges (emotional and practical) of the new relationship between them. 

What we do

We offer:

• Support 
• Opportunity to meet others going through similar experiences
• Tools to help one through this process. 
• Psychoeducation
• ​A confidential, friendly and relaxed environment. 

There will be 2 support group meetings, each of two hours.

We will talk about: 

• Loss and Sadness
• Guilt and Shame 
• Connection or Disconnection
• Cultural differences 
• Social Support 
• Personal journey 
• Moving forward 
• Self care [healthy ways of coping] 
• Physiological / psychological effects of maladaptive coping
• Psychoeducation Mental Health consequences on LGBTQ+
• Rejection Behaviors
• Ways to show support to LGBTQ+ 
• Self expression
• Effects of language (word choices)
• Tips for communicating 

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Bring only your concerns, questions, open minds and warm hearts!

Useful Information & Registration

FEES: 20€ per meeting
DATES: January 2020
PLACE: The Hague, Koninginnegracht 103 
NO OF PARTICIPANTS: 7 max.

​Register or contact us here for details 

What other members said

"I've recently joined a new Support Group. I didn't know what to expect but each time I have been, I've noticed that there is a healing 'energy' in the room. People share their stories and situations in a safe way. It's a small intimate group, it feels good to have a window to share with others travelling a similarly difficult journey. Vassia who facilitates holds the group in a very talented way. She gives home exercises that are really causing me to be brave and deepen the process of acceptance."
​(M., from the Divorce Support Group-Leiden)

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"Vassia is a skillful, caring, empathetic and assertive counselor.
With her energy and her endless will to help, the support group exceeds our expectations."
​(J., from the Divorce Support Group-Leiden)

Cancellation Policy

Upon cancelling within less than 24 hours there is 100% charge. In case of cancellation 24 hours prior the session/meeting, there is a 50% charge. No charge is placed upon cancelling 48 hours or more prior the session.