Gender and Sexuality Related Counseling

As a queer therapist, I have been interested in issues related to gender and sexuality throughout my training and practice. I have specific training around queer and trans identity, how living in a culture hostile to your identity impacts your relationship to yourself and others, the intersection of spirituality and queer identity, the ethics and practice of gate-keeping in the medical community (and how to write gender affirming surgery letters), and sex-positive and gender inclusive counseling practices.  

Treatment Approach

Gender and sexuality are integral parts of identity but not necessarily the most important part of your experience. You may have struggles directly linked to your experience of gender and sexuality or it may be a background context important to the work we do. I offer an affirming, inclusive space and will encourage you to be boldly yourself.  

With many of my trans, gender fluid, gender non-binary, and agender clients the focus has been on clarifying core values and how to live authentically and safely in areas where there is prejudice, discrimination, and violence. For my gay, lesbian, asexual, bisexual, and pansexual clients much of the focus has been on how those identities intersect with past traumas, relationship patterns, and work/life balance. With all of my clients who have had to go through a deliberate process of understanding their gender and sexuality, a core area of the work is sometimes around finding love and acceptance for oneself. 

We are all inherently worthy of love (from both ourselves and others) but many of us have been taught the opposite. Let's work towards reestablishing that appreciation of self while accomplishing your goals!

I have signed the GALAP Pledge and offer free assessment and letter writing in support of gender affirming care. I am able to do 3-4 of these sessions a month but there may be a relatively long wait. Please email me to check availability. 

Ready to get started? Take the next step today! Contact me to setup your free initial consultation, and get ready to start your journey towards a life you love!