My therapist suggested I might be asexual after I described never feeling sexual attraction, but now I don't know if this is a revelation or a diagnosis and I'm not sure how to feel about either.
More people experience this than they realize.
Having one's suspected identity confirmed by an authority figure can paradoxically create anxiety about whether this represents authentic self-discovery or external labeling.
“Where Are You with Asexual and aromantic identity?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.