If someone questions their gender identity, they may experience stigma from their peers and society around them, body dysmorphia, anxiety, or other mental health concerns. Gender identity is different than anatomical sex. Anatomical sex has to do with the biology a person is born with — genitals, chromosomes, and hormones. Gender identity is someone’s sense of who they are — man, woman, non-binary, or something else entirely.
Therapy for gender identity concerns involves validating any questions the person has. It’s difficult to question gender identity in a world structured in a gender binary system, where usually only “man” and “woman” are accepted.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions involve an empathetic, safe space for people to explore themselves, develop social and community supports, work to discover self-esteem and a sense of identity, address identity concerns, and create positive ways to cope with the stress and emotions that arise.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Gender Identity
I provide individual counseling for those that prefer a more unique approach to therapy. I am empathetic, caring, sarcastic, and curse too much. I will not just nod my head and smile, be prepared, I will call you on your s**t.
I treat anxiety, depression, trauma, and other life experiences by using ACT, CBT, and other varied methods in a compassionate and collaborative way. You can expect a personalized plan fostering resilience, emotional well-being, and personal growth to navigate your life's unique challenges effectively.
None of us becomes who we are in isolation. We’ll work together in a safe and collaborative environment to set and follow the trajectory toward your own definition of success. I have experience with anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and trauma. A specialty of my practice is working with transgender and gender nonconforming individuals and their families.
Difficult experiences impact people in different ways. Whether you are feeling stuck, disconnected, or hesitant as you approach a major life transition, know that you are not alone.
I am a licensed professional counselor with 17 years of experience. Way back then, I believe I was born curious. At any given time, I find myself pondering the 'why' of something. This curiosity led me to want to understand why people do the things they do and why they think the things they think. It guided me to a career I love: being a therapist.
I understand that the problems you bring to m...
Alternative Access Counseling is committed to making therapy and coaching more accessible for consenting adults who engage in alternative sexual and relationship expressions, regardless of disability or location. We aim to equip our clients with the tools, resources, and awareness to create their own paths, and to build the courage to take the first steps.
I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #130874, Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor #13462 in California supporting clients with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, LGBTQ+, Trauma, Couples, Children and Families, and Addiction and Recovery, through psychotherapy and ketamine-assisted experiential therapy and integration under Jodie NewDelman, PsyD at Essensuate APC; h...
Hello there. I am a compassionate advocate for mental health, the LGBTQIA+ community, and substance abuse. I am a member of the world professional association for transgender health (WPATH). I am licensed with the State of Iowa and Nebraska. Through my experience I have worked with teenagers, adults, and couples. My specialty populations include LGBTQIA+, gender and sexuality, stress, anxiety,…