Gender Non-Conformity

Most people addressing gender issues for the first time in therapy have kept it buried for so long...they feel shame and fear to disclose.  A good therapy alliance is essential. 

We are fully aware of how important the therapy relationship is.  Trust that we are not judging and will make you as comfortable talking as you let us, and relief will come in addressing things you may have hidden from even your self. 

Clients dealing with gender issues may be in various places in their journey of self understanding, self acceptance, and potentially transition.  There may be self esteem related issues, interpersonal or family history issues, lack of acceptance or self acceptance and sometimes a people pleasing problem.

We have supported many clients in varying stages of awareness, identification and coming out as well as transitioning.  We are aware of the research on this issue and am partial to the notion that being able to live as much as possible as who you genuinely are, finding acceptance and support for this Self- is the holy grail of well being.  

Happiness is a fleeting emotion.  Satisfaction with life, dignity, and self-worth cannot be denied.  Finding and expressing your truth is important as are healthy relationships that are reciprocal and adaptive with appropriate boundaries.  

We are also available to help friends and family who are learning how to support someone who is coming out or transitioning.  When relationships are problematic, we work with clients to learn how to assert healthy boundaries.

Clients experiencing gender dysphoria or going through transition often need support that is not standard Psychotherapy but may be related to wellbeing. 

We maintain a small referral and support net of helping professionals, and keep up to date on services available that are relevant and can be helpful.  If letters are required, we can often write them, collaboratively, when suitable.

There are a few therapists at the clinic with a background in helping with gender issues.  Please email and ask to be directed by clicking here.