I firmly belive your journey is unique and will inform your decisions around social, legal, medical transition - whatever that will mean for you. Working from a strengths-based approach, I can help you clarify what makes the most sense for you. Using IFS, I can help you explore burdens (social/emotional messages) that have been handed down to you which no longer serve you. We can work together to deconstruct those burdens and release them so you can live a more authentic, fulfilling and joyful existence. 

So, whether you are just starting your transition (as defined by you) or moving ahead with a big procedure (aka top or bottom surgery, FFS, etc.) there are many decisions you will need to make along the way (before, during, and after). I’ve helped hundreds of clients throughout this process and experienced this myself. There is no doubt gender affirming care is medically necessary, but equally important is making informed, intentional decisions along the way. 

Therefore, we will partner together to weigh your options and concerns and clarify your questions to mitigate what I call ‘white coat forgetfulness.’ (i.e. Forgetting what you wanted to ask your doctor/surgeon during a consultation.) If you are unsure if a procedure or healthcare benefit is covered, or you received a denial from your insurance provider, I will do my best to help. I’m proud to say I’ve appealed and won dozens of insurance denials so trans and gender diverse clients can obtain the care they need.

If you are starting to question your sexuality or gender identity, this can be a scary and/or exhilarating time; mostly I applaud you for saying this out loud (even if in your mind). It’s not easy to make sense of these feelings, emotions, and desires, but being true to yourself will lead to a fulfilling life.

I work with people from a strengths-based approach, meaning you have the self-knowledge and answers within yourself. No journey is the same and it can take time to figure out what is best for you now and in the future. I’m here to encourage you, help you clarify feelings and thoughts, and ultimately plan for “now what?” 

I believe your lived experiences up to this point in time in your life have shaped you in many ways. So let’s explore how these experiences have impacted you, your feelings, thoughts and decisions! Then if needed, lets deconstruct these experiences which may not serve you so we can reconstruct how you want to be and move through this world.

I believe when one person in a family comes out or transitions, the entire family goes through a parallel transition process. There is a time and place to grieve and to celebrate. The most important part is finding support for each unique person in the family. Some members need to catch up and some need to slow down. This is a process that can be rewarding and bring the family together to be stronger and more resilient. I've helped many families through this process and would be honored to help you too. 

The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) is the leading professional organization for providers delivering gender affirming care. They review the most recent research and author the Standards of Care since 1979; we are now using the 8th version which was published in September, 2022. Secondly, providers can be trained on the standards of care through WPATH's Global Education Initiative (GEI). I have completed this certification in March 2024. I've attended nearly all WPATH and USPATH conferences and have been a member since 2018.