LGBTQ clients

I am an ally to the LGBTQ+ community and strive to provide affirming care for all gender identities and sexual orientations. While I have general training in gender-affirming care, I do not specialize in the psychological care of transgender-related needs.

Gender-Affirming Medical Care for Minors

I support youth in exploring their gender identity. For those minors who are seeking gender-affirming medical interventions (e.g., hormone treatment or surgery), I typically refer clients to specialists in gender dysphoria assessment and treatment. Also, I first prioritize stabilizing overall mental health and building emotion regulation skills, which are critical foundations for effective identity exploration.

Gender-Affirming Medical Care for Adults

I am more comfortable writing letters recommending gender-affirming medical care, including hormone treatment and surgery, for adult clients. Such letters are typically written after a period of stable psychological functioning (at least several months), in the absence of a recent mental health crisis.