Support for Gender Identity and Gender Therapy

Gender Questioning Therapy

Over recent times, the theme of gender/identity/dysphoria seems to have exploded – with both sides seemingly taking on very extreme, and at times often violent opposing views. Dip your toes into the many forums and “helpful” websites feels like you have stepped into a battlefield. For parents and young people, it can feel overwhelming to navigate. My experience of working as a therapist in a secondary school in Hackney has brought me into contact with many young people experiencing gender distress – and this distress just seems to be effecting more and more young people. I truly believe that Counselling/therapy should be the first thing to be undertaken – this gives the young person the chance to really explore, in a non judgemental place, their thoughts and feelings about why they feel the way they do.

So what will happen in gender questioning therapy with me?

It will be my role to focus on supporting you or your young person through their gender identity journey. It’s an inclusive, non-judgmental space to explore any questions about your gender identity and perhaps delve into how your gender identity affects your daily life and relationships. I understand that navigating gender dysphoria or discomfort with your assigned gender at birth can be tricky, so sessions will look at understanding and expressing your gender identity more authentically. You might want to touch on exploring options for gender transition (social, medical, or otherwise) and perhaps managing societal pressures and discrimination related to gender

Gender therapy isn’t about defining your identity for you, but helping you explore, understand, and accept your own identity in a way that feels empowering and authentic.

If you are thinking about gender exploration as a next step, please have a read of my guidance on choosing a gender questioning therapist.

For an informal chat, please get in touch.

Fiona x