Hello! 

I hope you're reading this because you understand the huge difference ELOP has made to thousands of LGBT+ people over the last 25+ years, and if you don't, then I can tell you. 

There's a lot happening at ELOP but I hold an amazing role, Head of Counselling, so I have the privilege of hearing the stories of our community when they come to us for support. Whatever their past or current experiences, they CHOOSE to come to us. Why? Because we're accessible, affordable and identity affirming.  

We offer low cost therapy for LGBT+ people, provided by LGBT+ people. Most people hear about us through word of mouth and from that we have grown to become the largest LGBT counselling service in London and possibly in the UK with 44 counsellors in our service for individuals and a growing relationship therapy service.

We have had a 65% increase in referrals already this year compared to last year, showing us how much our support is needed. One person shared, "I really valued being able to share my internal worries and other feelings in an open and non-judgemental environment with someone who made me feel truly listened to and respected."  Another said, "Without ELOP,  I'm not sure I would still be here."

I am not a natural runner, but I started with the Couch to 5K app a few months ago to challenge myself and found I loved the sense of achievement in completing the runs AND the happy hormones for my mental health. So I signed up for Forestry England's Forest Run and here I am. Hoping you'll sponsor me in support of ELOP. 

Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

Thank you 😊

Claire x