Whatever you're going through, we can help.

Nobody understood how I identify.

When I reached out, I was struggling with accepting my sexuality. Ever since I was a kid I knew that I was different. I later figured out I was asexual. I felt isolated, alone, and completely misunderstood. The day I found Colorado Crisis Services, I was in a particularly depressed state of mind. They listened to me. They accepted me. And they helped me start to find true acceptance from the person who mattered most: me. Colorado Crisis Services was there for me when I needed them. And they'll be there for you, too.

Whatever you're going through, we can help.

For me, coming out wasn’t a party.

When I reached out, I felt abandoned and afraid. You know that phrase “coming out party”? Well, mine was more like a nightmare. Maybe I was naïve, but I thought I’d be met with love and support. Instead I discovered hate and cruelty I never knew was there. People who I thought were my friends have totally turned their backs on me, and I was bullied at work and online. It was like the whole world had turned against me. I called Colorado Crisis Services wondering if hope was even still possible. They were great. They helped me connect to LGBT resources right here in my community. Knowing that I’m not alone gives me hope in a future surrounded by people who support the real me.

Whatever you're going through, we can help.

I was tired of being told who I am isn’t real.

When I reached out, I was angry, basically at everyone. When you’re Trans, you get used to people being confused or awkward around you. Honestly, I’ve kind of just come to expect it. But what I can’t get used to—what I refuse to get used to—is people invalidating me. People telling me that who I am isn’t real, or that I’m just confused. I won’t let people make me feel worthless, but I always let them make me feel angry. I was tired of being angry. So I called Colorado Crisis Services thinking they might have some tips to help me deal with it all. I spoke with a couple of different people who not only listened, but they understood. And not only did they give me great anger management tips, they gave me acceptance and support.