Support for Highly Sensitive Queer people
Are you a highly sensitive LGBTQ+ person? We offer support, tools, and community for people like you. This is a space where your sensitivity and queerness are strengths, not problems.
A space for Sensitive Queer people
If you’re a highly sensitive queer person, you’re not alone. You’re not too much, and there’s nothing wrong with feeling things deeply. Your sensitivity is part of who you are, and it’s worth respecting.
At Sensitive and Queer, we bring together queer people who feel things strongly and want tools and support to live well. This is a down-to-earth, no-fluff space built for folks like you.
When we say queer, we mean it in the broadest, most inclusive sense. It includes all LGBTQIA+ identities, like lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, non-binary, asexual, intersex, as well as anyone who feels outside of or in resistance to cisnormative, heteronormative norms. Queer is about fluidity, self-definition, and belonging beyond boxes. It’s personal and powerful. You’re existence is a quiet revolution in itself.
What does it mean to be a Highly Sensitive Queer Person?
A highly sensitive person (HSP) is someone with a personality trait called sensory-processing sensitivity, which affects about 20% of the population.
HSPs experience heightened reactions to emotional and physical stimuli, including bright lights, loud noises, emotional intensity, and even hunger or pain. While this sensitivity can feel overwhelming at times, it also comes with incredible strengths like creativity, empathy, and a deep appreciation for art and philosophy.
For LGBTQ+ individuals, navigating a world shaped by heteronormative expectations can intensify feelings of being ‘different’ or out of place. The combination of high sensitivity and not fitting traditional societal norms can sometimes leave you feeling isolated or misunderstood. But here’s the truth: your differences are your superpowers.
Being highly sensitive means your nervous system picks up a lot, sounds, emotions, shifts in people’s moods. Add queerness to the mix, and you’re often navigating a world that misunderstands or overlooks both.
Signs you might relate:
Loud places and conflict drain you quickly
Injustice (especially LGBTQ+ issues) hits you hard
You need regular downtime or alone time
You’re very empathetic and tend to notice details others miss
You’ve been called “too sensitive” or “overly emotional”
You want real, honest connection, not surface-level chat
You get overstimulating easily, or feel exhausted alot
Common struggles for LGBTQ+ HSPs
Being queer and sensitive can mean:
Feeling like you always have to explain or defend who you are
Getting easily overwhelmed in high-energy or noisy environments
Burning out from overcommitting or people-pleasing
Wanting connection but needing space at the same time
Constantly having to tell people who you are
It’s exhausting sometimes. We get it. That’s why this space exists.
The upside of Queer Sensitivity
Once you understand and work with your sensitivity, it becomes a huge strength:
You can pick up on what others need
You tend to care deeply and build strong bonds
You’re probably creative, thoughtful, and emotionally aware
You’re often a quiet, steady presence in a loud world
You can tune in to that innate resilience within you
You create new visions of the world
You don’t need to fix yourself. You need the right tools and support.
What you’ll find at Sensitive and Queer
Courses, resources and tools
Simple practices to reset when you're overwhelmed
Journaling prompts to help you understand yourself better
Audio tools for grounding, created with queer folks in mind
Coaching that gets you
Personalised 1:1 and group options to support you in:
Handling life transitions
Building a business that fits who you are
Coming back from burnout
A Community that feels good
A low-pressure space to:
Share what’s really going on
Connect with people who understand sensitivity and queerness
Be yourself without having to shrink or explain
This isn’t about fixing you
There’s no fix needed. If you’ve ever felt like you’re too sensitive for this world, or too queer, or not queer enough, this is a place where you don’t have to choose.
You can be both. You can be fully yourself. And you can do it in a way that works for your nervous system.
At Sensitive and Queer, we’re here to help you embrace your uniqueness, find strength in your sensitivity, and celebrate your authentic self. Sensitivity isn’t a weakness, it’s a gift that can unlock creativity, connection, and empowerment. This is your space to grow, connect, and thrive as your true self. Welcome to the journey.
Where to start
Want to explore more?
Start here:
Grab the free Embrace Your Sensitivity Toolkit
Join the community waitlist
Read more on the blog
Learn more about 1:1 Coaching and book a free intro call
You don’t need to be louder or tougher to belong. You need a space where you can breathe.
You’re in the right place.
Say hello anytime.
Commonly asked questions
Q: Do I need a diagnosis to be highly sensitive?
A: No. Sensitivity is a trait, not a disorder. You can take Dr. Elaine Aron’s test Are you a Highly Sensitive person? if you’d like to see what level of sensitivity you are.
Q: Is this only for folks who are both sensitive and queer?
A: We focus on that intersection, but anyone who feels aligned is welcome.
Q: What if I’m still figuring out my identity?
A: That’s totally fine. You don’t have to have it all figured out to be here.