Transgender Healthcare

Dr. Jen provides a range of services for transgender and other gender non-conforming clients, at every stage and age. You will not have to explain your identity to her!  She helps clients manage the transition process, respond to social stressors related to transition, and access medical care where appropriate. She writes letters for adults seeking gender-affirming surgeries, at a reduced cost.

Research suggests that family support during transition is the most important factor in both overall mental health and long-term satisfaction with outcomes. Dr. Jen’s approach with children and adolescents typically involves working with parents or other caretakers: Providing a nonjudgmental environment for asking questions, and seeking family consensus on treatment options, where possible.

Gender is, for many (though not all) people, a journey, and Dr. Jen sees her role – especially with children and adolescents – as using her expertise to help them move toward a better understanding of themselves, along whatever timeline is appropriate for each individual, and without external pressure to settle in any particular place.