Introduction:
I am very passionate about providing therapeutic support to transgender youth as well as parents of transgender youth. I can help you understand, affirm and support your child's gender identity. I have the experience and expertise to help you navigate the process that unfolds as a transgender youth and when parenting a transgender or gender expansive youth.There are many questions you may be grappling with. Some questions you are asking yourself, and others are coming from your family and community. I can be a guide as you begin to understand your own process as well as your child's gender expressive process. There is a wealth of information as to how to provide support for your gender expansive child, and sometimes the parents and caregivers experience gets left behind. This is a transition for parents and caregivers as much as it is a transition for the youth.
Another area of my expertise is working with couples and with people in "non-traditional" relationships such as polyamorous or other types of romantic relational configurations. I have compassion and understanding for the wide range of ways people choose to be in relationships. Your lifestyle choices are very personal and I have a deep understanding and respect for the various ways people express their sexual identity.
Additionally, I have specilaized training in sex education and therapy. Sex and intimacy in relationships have their ups and downs but sometimes people need extra help to overcome difficulties related to desire discrepancies, fears related to sex, shame, sex after trauma, reconnecting after an affair or information to help understand why things feel so challenging.
Clinical areas of special interest:
- Depression
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Seniors
- Stress Management
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