This type of therapy and counseling is most frequently associated with individuals who are experiencing unwanted same-sex attraction or unwanted gender confusion. It is mostly talking and does not involve coercive or aversive techniques, which no one would sanction. While such counseling does not affirm or encourage a person to embrace same-sex attraction or to assume a new gender, it is counseling that offers real help and hope for those struggling with these matters. Christian counselors would certainly counsel this way as they use the Bible as their source of Truth and the only place for real help and hope on these issues and every other issue. Many parents who have children dealing with these issues, especially Christian parents, seek out this type of counseling for their kids.
The hearing before the committee was interesting, almost fascinating. The only people allowed to speak were people supporting the ordinance. I found that curious; so I called Milwaukee City Hall to ask how a member of the public gets to speak in a committee or full common council meeting. Basically what I was told ...
