Parents are closest to their child's challenges; they are in the best position to make health care decisions involving the well being their child.

Some young people may have attractions they desire to change or moderate. Others may simply desire guidance from a counselor to live a chase life. In either instances, there should be options for families to make informed decisions. 

The proposed ban would deny families the freedom to seek counseling aligned with their faith.  

Licensed professionals with years of education and experience should not be removed from the process of helping children work through these sensitive and deeply personal issues