Question
Does gay deprogramming work? I am 17 years old and I think that I might be gay. I have never told anyone this and my family would die if they found out. I have never been with a gay man but I can’t help myself and have these fantasies about other men. I also look at gay porn on the internet. I have tried to overcome the way I feel but I just can’t seem to do it. The way I am makes me feel sick to my stomach sometimes. I have heard that there gay deprogramming therapy can help people who are determined to change. I am determined because I want to have a normal healthy family life. Does it work and how much does it cost?
Most of the research shows that gay deprogramming is not effective. Faith-based counselors are the ones who are most likely providing this type of counseling and I would encourage you to check with one of them if you are sure this is what you want.
I would encourage you first to talk with a counselor is experienced with individuals and therapy to make sure that this might be a direction for you to pursue. Fees vary according to the counselors so you will need to check with ones that seem to be someone with whom you could develop rapport.
About the Expert
Sally Connolly
LMFT
Louisville, United States of America
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Divorce, Other, Life Coaching, Relationship Issues
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