2008/2009  
Robbie Smith
Carnforth & Lancaster
Practice Address / Postcode:
Carnforth, LA5 		Telephone: 01524 736410

E-mail: robbiesmith1952@hotmail.com


Disabled Access: Wheelchair accessible premises
Telephone Counselling available
Email Counselling available




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Qualifications and Accreditations:
Advanced Diploma in Counselling (2002)
Non English Languages Spoken:
Theoretical Approach:
Person-Centred
Specific Training and Experience:
I have worked for several years with sexual minority clients in both paid employment as a counsellor and as a teacher n Higher and Adult Education, and in a voluntary capacity (rape crisis counselling, Samaritans). This has included working closely with transgender people (both M to F and F to M) on issues related to transitioning, and more general counselling. I teach courses and lead/facilitate seminars and workshops on gender and sexuality issues and awareness and have researched and teach aspects of lesbian and transgender history. I am active in both social and political LGBTQ activities at local/regional level.
In my personal life, I am a lesbian who attempted to be a 'proper woman' and live as an heterosexual for several years when younger, due to unresolved gender and sexuality issues. I 'came out' as lesbian when I was in my early 30s and have lived as a lesbian from that point. During the last few years I have been exploring aspects of my gender identity and now identify myself as 'trans/genderqueer' - I am biologically female, do not intend on transition (at least at present) but do regard myself as 'transgender' or 'genderqueer' rather than female.
Gender Identity/Sexual Identity:
Lesbian
Biologically female, Trans/genderqueer
Specialisms and Interests:
Sexuality, sexual identity, gender identity, transgender, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, confidence, anger, grief, bereavement, loss, personal growth, spirituality, relationships, childhood abuse, rape and sexual abuse, domestic violence, individuals, couple counselling.
Fee Structure:
Sliding scale. Individuals £25 to £35 according to income. Initial 30 minute consultation (face-to-face or telephone) free of charge.