what to expect?

[Rose859]

heyo, im fairly new here, ive known i was a women for a while, just recently however i finally decided to start doing something about it, and to that end have scheduled a meeting with a gender therapist this week, which leads me to my question. what should i expect out of the first meeting, and following ones for that matter. also, i know its different for everyone but is there any specific thing i should know about transitioning? i plan on going on a info binge tonight now that i finally have some time to myself so any link or video you got helps ^_^

[Ms Grace]

It's hard to give you a specific reply, hopefully if your therapist is good at their job they will be able to put you at ease and direct the session in a fruitful way. Just be open and truthful and you will get more value out of the process. Ask them about how they intend to work with you.

As for transition...where to begin??! It really depends on so many factors it is difficult to do more than paint a broad stroke picture. For example, after seeing the therapist a few times they might refer you to an endocrinologist who may, after a health check, prescribe HRT. Then you may find your body changing, but the process will take time, many months. During that time you might work to reduce facial hair, build up a female wardrobe, start going out, tell people, etc, etc. there are many steps along the way...some will be easier than you expect/fear some will be difficult if not seemingly impossible. But just take it one step at a time. Use your supports, use this forum...all the best with the appointment,

[Rose859]

thank you ^_^ i really od hope the appointment goes well, its just so.. so.. i cant even describe it, the feeling that im finaly doing this, i keep asking myself "is this really happening?" and the fact that it is just makes me feel like im walking on air heh.

on the other hand though there are several things im terrified about, such as telling my mother and sister. i rather sooner then later but... well. its quite the scary prospect to say the least, espicaily now that mom is getting back with the church a lot to deal with dads passing. lot to do, lot to think about. just gotta remind myself one thing at a time, and for now thats my meeting with the therapist ^^

[Ms Grace]

The flip side to "is this really happening?" is "OMG what am I doing??!" both of which are perfectly reasonable feelings. The time for coming out will present itself when you are ready, hopefully the therapist will be able to guide and support you in that process too.