Hi, Consult a psychologist

Allow the person to confide in himself.processing  can take time .as far as identity goes one cannot identify themselfes with only one experience.take Therapy for tauma n councilling therapy.Dbt therapy is best in this case.

As a counseling psychologist, I would emphasize that a single past experience does not define one's identity or sexual orientation. It’s important to separate behavior from identity—many people have experiences that don’t align with their current orientation or self-perception, and that’s okay. Helping him process this experience without judgment is key. Therapy should focus on reducing guilt and shame, addressing trauma, and promoting self-acceptance. He doesn’t need to label himself based on one incident; instead, he should reflect on his consistent attractions and desires over time. Understanding and accepting himself without pressure is crucial for healing and clarity.

Therapy should help him to develop clarity and peace regarding his identity. It’s important to know that identity exploration is a personal journey, and there is no rush to come to conclusions.

Hi, Motivate and encourage the person and help them identify sources of support, from family, friends, socially and other resources, slowly this may help a person to overcome and build themselves and to resolve internal thought or conflicts.

It happens. This state of confusion needs it's clear path way to heal.  It is better to start counseling and take professional help.

See, firstly, it’s not a race of identification. It’s certainly it can feel that you know you are confused and you can’t relate to things around, but it takes time. It takes patience. It takes guidance and when in doubt you should continue psychotherapy, you should talk to your therapist more and more and more about the issues about what’s going on in the mind and how does impacting your feelings and your actions and I am here to talk about it. Your friend can feel free to reach out and tell me what exactly he thinking what exactly is bothering him, and we can decide on how he can get better all the best.

Hi 1. Express guilt feelings directly or passively 2. Is guilt justified 3 should vs actual doing/actual control 4 forgive 5 freedom sense for identity 6 increase socialization

Hi It's common for individuals to grapple with their identity, especially after significant events that challenge their understanding of themselves. For your cousin, the key lies in recognizing that sexual orientation is not strictly binary and can be fluid. He might benefit from exploring his feelings and experiences without the pressure of having to label himself definitively. Engaging with a knowledgeable therapist can provide a safe space to process his trauma and help him unpack his emotions related to the same-sex experience. Encouraging self-reflection, journaling, or joining support groups can also assist him in understanding that the complexity of human sexuality allows for a variety of experiences without the necessity of strict labeling. Ultimately, it's about finding a sense of comfort in his own skin and acknowledging that it’s okay to feel conflicted, as this is a part of the journey toward self-acceptance.

There are a lot of reasons behind one-off sexual same-sex engagements. It should be understood that one does not have to start “identifying” with a gender identity because of them. Guilt, on the other hand, is quite an intense emotion. Visit a counsellor and identify the cause of this guilt to resolve it.

Yes truly, bothering this thought , But still therapy should be started so he himself get clarity, now a days many are very open and visiting to Psychologist / therapist . He required lot validation which should go under supervision

Would sugfest your cousin to either continue the therapy with the same person or with somebody else to understand himself better and to get a clarity..

Areeee why can’t face It’s your life you are entitled to put yourself first When u are crying who is there with you You yourself So let yourself feel happy with whatever makes you happy unless you are harming anyone else Smile more Tell him to talk to me or whoever he feels is his safe space Connect with nature Ice therapy And tell him u will love him anyway

First he has to accept the crisis he is facing, and slowly overcome by gaining strength and be clear about his identity for which he may have to go through a couple of counselling sessions.

Encouraging the person to be patient with themselves as they explore their feelings. It's possible to have certain experiences without it defining one's overall orientation.

Sexuality does not define anyone. It's one just part . There is much more to one's personality. Be comfortable in what you feel. Self acceptance is most important. Find out your other interests . Seek help of a professional. He / she will help you discover your real self. And move forward in life

Hi, right now we should be thankful that we are in the era where parents are giving this freedom to express their sexuality, to their kids. The taboo is not high as it used to be and friends & family are also supporting. It’s a matter of one’s own choice & decision. Once ur cousin has the confidence to accept his orientation & sexuality, he can move ahead. To come to this stage he can go to a Psychologist for gaining confidence & therapy, counselling for coming out of the past trauma & guilt. Rigorous counselling & Psychotherapy is needed. This will also reduce the anxiety he must be facing. He can go for virtual sessions also . I can guide.