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Patrick Lilley
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Bisexuality

People who are discovering their bisexuality or even those who have known about their attraction for a long time can be overwhelmed with emotions. From guilt to confusion to sadness and despair, there are many emotional difficulties faced by bisexuals. This is why some of the therapists here on Mentaline.com offer online therapy for bisexuality. Therapy can help a person explore their sexuality and work through any issues that may arise. It may also be helpful for people who know someone who is bisexual and wants to better understand issues they may face. Gay and lesbian issues are more important to some than others, but there are many problems that may develop. Learning to deal with the issues in a healthy and safe way can lead to a happier life.

Dealing with Issues of Bisexuality

While the issues faced will vary depending on the person involved, these are some of the common areas that bisexuals have difficulties with.


  • Confusion - When a person first begins to notice their attraction to both men and women, there can be quite a bit of confusion, especially if they had a strict upbringing. Learning to deal with the confusion in healthy ways is important for many reasons.
  • Relationships - Being attracted to both sexes can be quite complicated when it comes to relationships for some people. Learning to explain sexual preferences to a potential partner can help avoid a rocky relationship. 
  • Staying Safe - Having a sexual relations
    hip with both men and women comes with just as many - if not more - risks than heterosexual relationships. Learning to play it safe when having a relationship with a man or woman is an important issue for bisexuals to face. 

As mentioned, there may be many other problems that need to be dealt with, but a therapist can help with the issues above and any others that may come with being a bisexual in the modern world.

Therapy for Help with Bisexuality 

All therapists dealing with sexual identity know that some people can be hesitant to talk about their sexuality, even to a therapist. This is why they offer online therapy to help bisexuals learn to work through any issues that may arise because of their sexuality. On Mentaline.com you can book online therapy sessions with highly skilled professionals who specialize in a variety of gay and lesbian issues, including bisexuality. They can provide assistance in the form of information about sexuality (including ways to stay safe), advice on how to deal with people who don't understand, and even emotional support.

Definition of Bisexuality

Bisexuality is a romantic or sexual attraction to both sexes. Therapy and counseling can help a person learn to deal with the issues that come with bisexuality.

Symptoms of / Reasons for Bisexuality

  • Confusion
  • Guilt
  • Depression
  • Relationship troubles

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Stephen Manning
Stephen Manning

Stephen Manning

Liverpool | Age: 57
Counsellor/Therapist
About me

Do you need to talk to someone? Do you need to be heard?

I offer a safe counselling relationship within which you can feel secure and can address whatever is troubling you.

Specialties
  • - Gay and Lesbian Issues
    • » Symptoms
    • Gay Couple Issues
    • Gay Parenting
    • Confusion
    • Various other issues

    » Definition Gay and lesbian issues are those that affect men and women and deal primarily with issues of sexuality. Therapy can assist a person when dealing with a variety of gay and lesbian issues.
  • - Relationship Problems
    • » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
  • - Anxiety Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Panic attacks
    • Detached feelings
    • Feelings that the world is unreal
    • Trembling or twitching

    » Definition Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that affect a person's anxiety levels, leaving them unable to function in society. Psychotherapy is very useful in treatment for anxiety disorders.
  • - Phobias
    • » Symptoms
    • Dread of certain objects
    • Extreme fear of certain situations
    • Shortness of breath
    • Fast heart rate
    • Irrational fears

    » Definition Phobias are an intense and persistent fear (usually irrational) of things, activities, or situations. Symptoms include anxiety, loss of breath, racing heart, as well as other physical and emotional signs. Treatment for phobias with counseling and therapy is recommended.
  • - Depression
    • » Symptoms
    • Concentration problems
    • Bad judgment or trouble making decisions
    • Fatigue and a general decrease of energy
    • Feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness
    • Extreme pessimism
    • Insomnia
    • Excessive sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Loss of interest in sex
    • Loss of interest in life
    • Eating problems
    • Physical pains
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Suicide attempts

    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
  • - Mood Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Sleep problems
    • Hopelessness
    • Low self-esteem
    • Bad eating habits
    • Fatigue

    » Definition Mood disorders are mental illnesses that center around chemical imbalances in the brain that cause emotional problems with depression, mania, or a combination of both. Symptoms of mood disorders include feelings of hopelessness, sleep troubles and other problems. Treatment with psychotherapy is helpful for dealing with a variety of mood disorders.
Prices
Counselling (50 minute session)
(45 min.)		 40 GBP
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Bennie Naude
Bennie Naude

Bennie Naude

London | Age: 43
Counsellor/Therapist
About me

Sexuality is a core part of the male experience but one that is not often spoken about in public. When your sex life is not working it impacts other areas of your life - your career, relationships and your ability to enjoy life.

Specialties
  • - Gay and Lesbian Issues
    • » Symptoms
    • Gay Couple Issues
    • Gay Parenting
    • Confusion
    • Various other issues

    » Definition Gay and lesbian issues are those that affect men and women and deal primarily with issues of sexuality. Therapy can assist a person when dealing with a variety of gay and lesbian issues.
  • - Excessive Sexual Drive
    • » Symptoms
    • Distress caused by lack of sexual interaction
    • Obsessive thoughts about sex
    • Many sexual partners
    • Long time spent looking at pornography
    • Lack of emotional contact with sexual partners

    » Definition Excessive sexual drive - once known as nymphomania - is when sexual desires and urges have a large negative impact on a person's life, affecting them personally as well as people around them. Both counseling and therapy are helpful for treatment of excessive sexual drive.
  • - Premature Ejaculation
    • » Symptoms
    • Ejaculation within a minute or less of vaginal penetration
    • Inability to delay ejaculation during sexual intercourse
    • Sexual aversion
    • Distress

    » Definition Premature ejaculation is when a male achieves orgasm before they or their partner wishes it to happen. Usually, it occurs within a minute of vaginal penetration. For many people, psychotherapy is a powerful part of any treatment plan to deal with premature ejaculation.
  • - Relationship Problems
    • » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
  • - Male Orgasmic Disorder
    • » Symptoms
    • Delay in orgasm during sexual activity
    • Absence of orgasm following adequate sexual stimulation
    • Interpersonal problems
    • Stress
    • Anxiety

    » Definition Male orgasmic disorder is a delay or absence of orgasm after sexual stimulation that should cause one to occur. While there may be physical causes to this sexual dysfunction, therapy and counseling are recommended as part of an overall treatment program for male orgasmic disorder.
  • - Homophobia
    • » Symptoms
    • Hatred of homosexuals
    • Anti-homosexual literature, bumper stickers, etc
    • Spreading hate on the Internet

    » Definition Homophobia is negative thoughts and actions that are directed toward homosexuals. Therapy is very useful in helping deal with the anger and other emotions connected with homophobia.
Prices
First session 60 GBP
Normal price (60 min.) 80 GBP
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EFT Sessions
(60 min.) 60 GBP
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Patrick Lilley
Patrick Lilley

Patrick Lilley

London
Coach , Hypnotherapist
About me

Stuck ? I can help you release your hidden resources to overcome the problem you are having. Cognitive Hypnotherapy & Coaching can achieve amazing results surprisingly quickly.

Specialties
  • - Gay and Lesbian Issues
    • » Symptoms
    • Gay Couple Issues
    • Gay Parenting
    • Confusion
    • Various other issues

    » Definition Gay and lesbian issues are those that affect men and women and deal primarily with issues of sexuality. Therapy can assist a person when dealing with a variety of gay and lesbian issues.
  • - Sociaphobia
    • » Symptoms
    • Loss of breath and racing heart rate
    • A feeling of vertigo and disorientation
    • An intense need to remove themselves from the current situation
    • The belief that you may be judged negatively in social situations
    • Avoiding social situations entirely

    » Definition Sociaphobia is an extreme anxiety pertaining to social situations, manifesting in a variety of symptoms including those usually associated with anxiety disorder. Counseling and therapy are good treatment options for sociaphobia.
  • - Aviophobia
    • » Symptoms
    • An irrational fear of flying, whether it be in airplanes, helicopters, or any kind of levitating machine
    • Anxiety when confronted with the possibility of flying or boarding an aircraft of any kind
    • A racing heart rate, blood pressure, or panic attacks while on or boarding an airplane
    • The inability to even enter an airport without feeling anxious

    » Definition Aviophobia is a fear of flight in a plane or any other mode of aerial travel to the extent that the sufferer will actively avoid travel even to their own detriment and inconvenience. Counseling and therapy are both recommended for treatment of aviophobia.
  • - Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Strong desire to be the opposite sex
    • Vocal insistence of being part of the opposite sex
    • Cross-dressing
    • Continual discomfort about sexual identity
    • Inability to maintain an erection or achieve orgasm

    » Definition Sexual and gender identity disorders are disturbances in sexual desire that cause distress and difficulties with interpersonal relationships. While there are a wide range of different types of sexual and gender identity problems, treatment including counseling and therapy can help.
  • - Phobias
    • » Symptoms
    • Dread of certain objects
    • Extreme fear of certain situations
    • Shortness of breath
    • Fast heart rate
    • Irrational fears

    » Definition Phobias are an intense and persistent fear (usually irrational) of things, activities, or situations. Symptoms include anxiety, loss of breath, racing heart, as well as other physical and emotional signs. Treatment for phobias with counseling and therapy is recommended.
  • - Nicotine Addiction
    • » Symptoms
    • Trouble with withdrawal symptoms
    • Health problems
    • Cravings and insomnia when trying to quit

    » Definition Nicotine addiction is a physical dependence on the drug nicotine commonly found in cigarettes and other tobacco products. Serious and minor health problems are both signs of nicotine addiction. Treatment for the this physical addiction can be helped quite a bit with online therapy.
Prices
Cogntive Hypnoherapy Session
(90 min.)		 75 GBP
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Joanna Jamieson
Joanna Jamieson

Joanna Jamieson

Cheshire | Age: 56
Counsellor/Therapist
About me

Hi, I'm Jo
Talking about your problems can be difficult, even with people who love and care about you. sometimes you dont know where to turn. I am here to support you and to respond to you honestly, sensitively and without judgment.

Specialties
  • - Gay and Lesbian Issues
    • » Symptoms
    • Gay Couple Issues
    • Gay Parenting
    • Confusion
    • Various other issues

    » Definition Gay and lesbian issues are those that affect men and women and deal primarily with issues of sexuality. Therapy can assist a person when dealing with a variety of gay and lesbian issues.
  • - Abuse
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • A severe reaction to being chastised or scolded
    • Dissociation
    • One person completely controlling another
    • Unexplained marks or bruises on the body
    • Repeated injuries that cannot be explained
    • Limping, broken bones, or bruising

    » Definition Abuse is the mistreatment or harm (physical or mental) done to another person over a period of time. Therapy can help a person learn to deal with all the issues that come with long term abuse.
  • - Anxiety
    • » Symptoms
    • Nervousness
    • Feeling anxious
    • Worry

    » Definition Anxiety is a normal human emotion that allows people to deal with stressful situations. It could also be described as nervousness. For some people, existing mental problems can make anxiety levels extreme and difficult to deal with. In any case, psychotherapy is recommended for help with anxiety.
  • - Relationship Problems
    • » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
  • - Anxiety Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Panic attacks
    • Detached feelings
    • Feelings that the world is unreal
    • Trembling or twitching

    » Definition Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that affect a person's anxiety levels, leaving them unable to function in society. Psychotherapy is very useful in treatment for anxiety disorders.
  • - Sexual Abuse
    • » Symptoms
    • Fear of a specific person or scenario
    • Dramatically increased feeling of guilt or shame
    • Low self-esteem
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • Borderline personality disorder
    • Dissociative Identity Disorder

    » Definition Sexual abuse is the perpetration of any sexual act on an unwilling party.
Prices
Live messaging
(60 min.)		 28 GBP
One2One rating: 5
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Jon Hinchliffe
Jon Hinchliffe

Jon Hinchliffe

Braintree | Age: 46
Hypnotherapist
About me

When you have a problem, do you want someone that can help you as a unique individual? Do you want someone that can help you through that issue and help you avoid similar problems in the future? I provide all this and a money back guarantee

Specialties
  • - School Deadlines and Exams
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety related to schoolwork and exacerbated by tests or papers and deadlines
    • Repeated headaches or stomachaches
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Reluctance to go to school or deal with any academic subjects

    » Definition Stress caused by school deadlines and exams are anxieties related to school and deadlines that many teens struggle with throughout their high school lives.
  • - Self Harming
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety, depression, or deep-seated emotional distress
    • A previous history of emotional abuse
    • Self-inflicted cuts or marks on the body
    • A sudden, repeated emergence of health problems and sickness that could be self-inflicted

    » Definition Self-harming is the act of inflicting physical damage on one’s body through methods like cutting, stabbing, poisoning, or burning without the intent to commit suicide.
  • - Sexual Issues
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety, anger, guilt or other emotions
    • Depression
    • Avoidance of intimacy in all forms
    • Failure to perform during sexual activity

    » Definition Sexual issues are problems that affect a man or woman's ability to function sexually. While there are a wide array of sexual issues that may cause relationship problems, there are also many forms of therapy that can help, no matter the specific problem.
  • - Grief or Loss
    • » Symptoms
    • Guilt
    • Sadness
    • Shock / Disbelief
    • Anger
    • Fear
    • Fatigue
    • Nausea,
    • Weight fluctuation

    » Definition Grief and loss are two powerful human emotions that cause intense sorrow when a person dies. Psychotherapy can help with all the emotional and physical symptoms that sometimes accompany loss and grief.
  • - Trauma
    • » Symptoms
    • Inability to talk
    • Blackout - memory loss
    • Acting automatically
    • Sleeplessness
    • Irritability
    • Anger
    • Limiting of life choices
    • Hopelessness

    » Definition Trauma is damage to a person's psyche (soul, mind) as a result of a traumatic event. There are various causes of trauma, but both therapy and counseling are recommended for treatment of all trauma related problems.
  • - Depression
    • » Symptoms
    • Concentration problems
    • Bad judgment or trouble making decisions
    • Fatigue and a general decrease of energy
    • Feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness
    • Extreme pessimism
    • Insomnia
    • Excessive sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Loss of interest in sex
    • Loss of interest in life
    • Eating problems
    • Physical pains
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Suicide attempts

    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
Prices
Hypnotherapy
(120 min.)		 50 GBP
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