We offer the following services for people in the area of Gender:
One on one support.
GOSHH offers one on one support for individuals. This service can be used to answer any questions you might have relating to gender. One on one support can also help people build confidence about their own gender identity.
Family support
GOSHH facilitates support for family members relating to gender.
Peer support for over 18s
A peer is someone who is in similar circumstances to yourself. GOSHH facilitates a peer support group for QTI (GenderQueer, Trans*, Inter*) people called QTI’s this is held the first Monday of each month.
Youth Group for under 18’s
This group empowers young people through education and raising awareness around sexual, emotional and mental health issues that are of relevance to them and their peers. GOSHH aims to empower young people through educational workshops. Topics may include mental health & emotional wellbeing, LGBT Rights, Gender Expression, Sexual Health and the law in Ireland & religion.
The group meets on Friday evenings from 17.00-19.00 at Lava Java’s, Limerick Youth Service, Lower Glentworth Street, Limerick.
For more details about this group please contact Rachel Newland, Youth Worker on 061 314354 or email youth@goshh.ie
Peer networks
We can provide contact with other peers, where available, in order to aid people with questions about gender.
Information:
GOSHH provides information to individuals about gender. This includes information on Trans*, Queer, Inter*, Cis*and other gender expressions. This also includes topics regarding male and female stereotypes and experiences.
Counselling:
Counselling and Psychotherapy
provides individuals with an opportunity to explore issues and concerns in a
safe non-judgmental, confidential environment and enables them to manage their
lives more effectively.
For more information please click here
Health Promotion
GOSHH supports individuals to maintain wellness in their lives through provision of information in person and in print. This includes sexual health, safer sex practices and mental health.
Helpline
GOSHH has a confidential helpline which can be reached at (061) 316666.