My parents want me to call the gender therapist?

[iLoveCats]

Hii,I'm 14 years old and I came out to my parents are they aren't really taking it well.They got a gender therapists number from a therapist they know but they don't want to call the gender therapist.They want me to call the therapist.What should I say to the therapist when I call.I'm so nervous and I told them I really don't want to call but then they said they don't want to be the ones making the "first move".I think they're just worried that it might go all wrong down the road but I told them how much I really want to do this but still they aren't going to call.

Thank you!

(I tried to make this short as much as I could,sorry if it doesn't make sense)
(also sorry that I ask a lot of questions I'm just quite nervous about a lot of things)

[suzifrommd]

Say, "Hi, my name is C.J. Smith (or whatever your name is). Is it possible for me to make an appointment to see Dr. Goodear?"

Usually, they'll take it from there, guiding you through the process of making an appointment.

[Mariah]

I can totally relate to your fear to having to call the therapist yourself. I can remember when I had to make first contact myself in finding a therapist and getting set up with one. I was as nervous and anxious as can be. It's completely normal to feel that when having to do it. I think they are doing the right thing by having you contact them because ultimately you are going to have to explain to them what is going on and not your parents. Good luck and Hugs
Mariah

[Batmanlovr]

I was so nervous when I called my local LGBT community I actually hung up the first time and then called back so I can understand what your going through, try taking deep breaths and when you feel like you are ready give them a call. They are all really nice they don't pressure you into saying anything you don't want to, all I said was that I am transgender and I was looking for a therapist that could help me into starting my transition and they helped to point me in the right direction.

[Laura_7]

Well, first, congratulations 

If they are helpful they can help you along.
If not look for another.

If you'd like you could do a little research on them on the internet... maybe you see one or two reassuring reviews...

You might call there, say your name and that you are transgender and would like an appointment.
You might also ask if they have experience with transgender people.

Well imagine calling for a take away pizza 

Just relax, it will all turn out right 

In the sessions and afterwards I'd say listen to your feelings... and ask questions if you have any...

Same here... just ask questions and talk... and keep us posted 


*hugs*

[Laura_7]

Here is a resource that might be shown to parents...
http://www.acceptingdad.com/2013/08/05/to-the-unicorns-dad/

Well its up to you since you know them best...


*hugs*