LGBTQ+ counselling in Sydney

Affirming support for gay and bisexual men, individuals and couples in Sydney and online.

Men’s Space offers counselling with a particular focus on the experiences of gay and bisexual men, while welcoming people of all genders and sexual orientations. You may want to discuss identity, relationships or belonging, or simply find support with anxiety, stress and everyday life. You do not need to use a particular label or make sexuality the focus of your sessions.

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Individual counselling for gay and bisexual men

A space to discuss what matters to you, including relationships, anxiety, confidence, work and life changes. Sessions can acknowledge the role sexuality plays in your experience without assuming it explains every concern.

Exploring identity, bisexuality and coming out

You may be questioning how you identify, navigating assumptions from others or deciding what you want to share with people in your life. Counselling provides space to explore these experiences at your own pace, without pressure to choose a label or come out.

Gay couples counselling and relationship therapy

Support for gay couples and couples that include bisexual partners who want to explore communication, recurring conflict, emotional distance, intimacy or trust. Sessions provide space for both partners to discuss their experiences and what they want for the relationship.Couples of all genders and sexual orientations are welcome. If you would like support on your own about a relationship concern, individual sessions are also available.

Navigating relationships, intimacy and connection

Individual counselling can provide space to explore dating, boundaries, relationship expectations and the connections you want to build. You may be single, partnered or adjusting to a relationship ending.

Working through discrimination, rejection and belonging

Experiences of prejudice, exclusion or pressure to hide parts of yourself can affect how you feel about yourself and others. Sessions offer space to discuss their impact and explore what support and connection mean for you.

Support with anxiety, stress and everyday life

Your reasons for seeking counselling do not need to relate to sexuality or gender. You can discuss work pressures, worry, low mood, motivation or other concerns within the counsellor’s scope.

What to expect from LGBTQ+ affirming counselling

Your first session is an opportunity to discuss what brings you to counselling and what you would like support with. Your counsellor will respect how you describe yourself and your relationships, explain the approach and work with you to identify a useful focus.

LGBTQ+ counsellingFAQs

Strength
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We offer comfortable, discreet
in-person counselling across multiple Sydney inner-city locations as well as Telehealth, so you can choose what feels convenient and comfortable.

Privacy

Confidentiality is a core part of psychological ethics. Everything you say stays between you and your counsellor. We explain our Privacy policy before we begin.

Beginning your counselling journey

You don't need a referral from your doctor to attend counselling at men'sspace.

In the first session we’ll talk about the reason you've sought counselling, discuss goals and answer any questions. You decide what you’re comfortable sharing. Sessions are conversational and solution‑oriented, there’s no judgment or pressure.

The number of sessions you may need varies; some clients benefit from short‑term, goal‑focused work while others prefer ongoing support. We’ll discuss a plan that fits your needs.
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Cost

For an in person counselling appointment at our primary men'sspace clinic in Zetland

$135

For in person counselling at our Sydney CBD or Surry Hills locations

$165

Telehealth counselling  

$135

All counselling session durations are

60 minutes

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men'sspace
Counselling
Zetland

Level 11
5 O'Dea Ave, Zetland,‍
New South Wales, 2017
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men'sspace
Counselling
Sydney CBD

Suite 523, Level 5,
368 Sussex St,
Sydney, New South Wales, 2000
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men'sspace
Counselling
Surry Hills

Suite 311, Level 3,
410 Elizabeth St,
Surry Hills, New South Wales, 2010
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Meet Your Counsellor

After years of working with men from diverse backgrounds, I saw how stigma and outdated ideas of masculinity stop many men from seeking help. I founded Men’s Space to create the environment I wished existed: friendly, down‑to‑earth and focused on positive action.
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I am a fully qualified member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) with formal qualifications in Counselling and major studies in Relationship & Couples Counselling and Conflict Resolution. Born and raised in Sydney, I bring over 40 years of lived experience in the areas of LGBTQI+ specific issues, anxiety, depression, motivational and decision-making assistance, as well as relationship and separation support.
As a male counsellor providing specialised mental health support for other men, I understand and can relate to the challenges faced by men in current times.
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My professional approach uses “Person-Centred” therapy, as a basis for support, this means you, the client, are the expert in your own life to lead the conversation and find your own solutions. My training includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), amongst other proven treatment approaches.

Whether you’re dealing with sexual identity, coming out, rejection, making friends, relationship issues, anxiety or stress, I’ll meet you with empathy, support, and real‑world tools. Together we’lldefine what strength means for you and build a life that feels authentic.

Michael Chionis. . 0404 356 400

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