I have gay and lesbian family members. I saw the process of self-discovery and self-understanding as they realized their orientation and I know that it is not a mental illness that can be "cured." It is who they are. Conversion therapy can only destroy self-esteem and self-worth and cannot change sexual orientation. Research on the subject proves that this "treatment" is only harmful. Gay and lesbian people are people of value and worth just as they are. Please honor them and stop this barbaric, destructive practice.