Many people struggle with being confident in their sexual and gender identity. It can be hard to grapple with this because of the discrimination many lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people still face today. Fortunately, there are 3 helplines in Germany that can support you if you relate to the following:

Struggling with being misgendered or wrongly labeled
Wanting to change your physical appearance
Experiencing homophobia or transphobia from family or friends
Feeling sexually attracted to people of the same gender as you
Feeling like your sexuality is different from those around you
Dealing with trauma related to your sexuality or gender
A sense of wrongness about the gender you were assigned at birth
Feeling constricted by gender binaries

Experiencing rejection as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender person is extremely painful. You deserve to be accepted and loved for who you are. When you’re not, it can take a serious toll on your mental health. If you feel confused, lonely, and even suicidal, your feelings are valid.

If you're experiencing problems because you identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender, help is available in Germany. You can reach out at any time and get connected to a caring LGBTQ-friendly volunteer or counselor. Helpline listeners will offer you respectful, affirming care no matter what you're going through.

If you feel like you might need support with your gender & sexual identity, try reaching out to a hotline in Germany. It's free and confidential.