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.
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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
Sensitive, soul-searching, overachievers… you are my people! Navigating life’s challenges can be tough, particularly when you are in “push through it” mode and neglecting the parts of your life that help you to thrive. This is when you are most vulnerable to anxiety and depression and most likely to fall out of attunement with your best self. Relationships begin to suffer and sometimes it's har...
I've worked extensively with trauma survivors to help them find healing from their past, and to begin creating a life worth living for themselves in the present. I became a therapist because I wanted to work with clients who had experienced trauma, and while I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients, I have worked successfully with clients from numerous backgrounds. I've trained extensively i...
Are you transgender or wondering about your gender identity? You worry about the uncertainty of transitioning. questions. Could I lose my family? Will my friends support me? What about my job? What a relief it would be if others could see you like you see yourself. Some days the stress just feels like too much. You may have questions about what to do next, who to tell, where to get hormone...
I believe that how we interact with others in the present often grew out of lessons learned earlier in life. Sometimes, people use strategies to cope with situations that once made sense but are no longer effective or useful. I also believe that everyone has strengths that can help guide decisions and behaviors in the present. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy, where we become...
Do you feel your thoughts, emotions, or moods are affecting you, making life more challenging? My areas of focus are working with elevated anxiety and depressive disorders in adults and adolescents. Anxiety: Are you feeling Stressed, Overwhelmed, On-Edge, or Having a hard time relaxing? Depression: Are you feeling Sad, Lethargic, Uninterested in things, or Lonely? I want to create a safe and...
I specialize in working with individuals who may be experiencing some sort of transition or change in their lives. This may include issues related to work, depression/anxiety and/or sexual/gender orientation. I began my career as an independent counselor and over time, transitioned into a corporate healthcare setting. I utilize a 'coaching' approach which focuses on current issues and the creat...
***I am taking new clients**There are 1000's of reasons people reach out to a relationship specialist: You could be in marriage where you love your partner but conversations seem to only turn into arguments. You could be over coming an affair, or opening your relationship or just want to further enhance sexual intimacy with your partner. It will take work, but I will be beside you all the way...
Hello. I recently returned to the 9to5 world as the Director of the Washington State Employee Assistance Program. My practice is now quite small and I'm only seeing a few clients on weekends. I do not have any current openings....
What is holding you back from a healthy, loving relationship with yourself, your family, a current or potential significant other? Memories of past traumatic events can affect our daily lives and prevent us from loving ourselves and cultivating and sustaining satisfying, healthy relationships. Discover and resolve your past so you can live a happier, higher functioning, and more authentic life....
*I am not accepting new clients at this time.* Have you found yourself in a dark place? Unsure of how to navigate feelings, life situations, and choices? Anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions can often leave you feeling like you're stumbling around in the dark. I would love to partner with you in overcoming the darkness in your life. I believe counseling requires a collaborative...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides individual, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in the greater Philadelphia area. I see therapy as a collaborative effort focused on helping you find balance, insight, and ease both inside and out. Whether you are facing relationship issues, stressful life circumstances, or processing the aftermath of upsetting experiences, ...
I want to address your particular needs at the pace that is right for you. My approach centers upon creating a relationship with you based on mutual trust, respect, and collaboration. Together we will build on your strengths and work toward developing compassion, understanding, and strategies so that you can find relief from current symptoms. I have had the privilege to work with individuals...
Mary has worked as social worker in a wide variety of settings for over 25 years. She graduated from Lynchburg College, receiving a Master’s Degree in Special education, and from VSU, receiving a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Her experience includes Department of social services, residential treatment, treatment foster care, counseling, foster parent training, adoptions (counseling/child...
Dr. Karen Rosian has found a passion in working with high-energy children, adolescents and adults in an outpatient setting providing individual and family counseling. She helps folks to address the varying needs of the human condition, including life transitions and stressors, behavioral issues related to attentional difficulties, mood and anxiety disorders, relationship issues, grief and loss,...
You feel so different from other people. Trauma has resurfaced and crept back into your life. You’re having trouble being your authentic self, or maybe you don’t even know what that is. You’ve tried everything, but continue to feel worse. Your drinking and substance use have increased in an attempt to just feel anything other than how you’re feeling right now. Your relationships are suffering—n...
