This proposal would infringe the fundamental right of parents to care for their children and violate their freedom  of speech and free exercise of religion.  Parents are in the best position to make healthcare decisions involving the wellbeing of their child.  Under Virginia law, parents have the fundamental right to make decisions regarding the upbringing, education and care of their children.  The proposed ban would deny families the freedom to seek counseling aligned with their faith.  You must protect the freedom of Virginia families to acquire the counseling they choose.