It's not working - psychiatry (tell my doctor?)

[Wild Flower]

I'm having a hard time coming up with courage to tell my psychiatrist so I can get specialized psychology help.

I decided to write a letter I had issues telling him I'm depressed.

What is a good way to imply gender dysphoria without explain. This letter is going to be written tonight. I want it to be grey so whoever he referred me can help without making black and white choices.

[Wild Flower]

Any advice? This is huge decision.

[Dan]

Just write in the letter how you feel about yourself. No need to be grey about it. State the facts as you feel them. Choices are never black or white. They need to be adapted to your particular situation.

It is absolutely critical that you are being referred to a psychologist who has experience with transgender people. You don't need somebody who has his/her own issues and believes that you should be cured of your 'mental disorder'.

Second, you must ensure that you feel totally comfortable talking with that psychologist. If you feel constrained, you are wasting your time. If the psychologist is skilled, they will make you feel comfortable in session 1.

Hope this helps.

[LizK]

You don't need to imply anything, tell the Psychiatrist how you feel, you don't have to come up with any diagnosis. If they are any good at their job then they will recognise the gender dysphoria once you start talking about what you really want and how you really feel. If you tell them what is going on then the Psych can understand that having GD is going to impact what ever else is going on with your life.

Why are you concerned? Do you think your Dr will not understand?

[ScarletRed]

The more honest you are with your psychiatrist the better the chance of getting the proper diagnosis. I know it can be hard to just come completely out and get everything off your chest at once so you can start off slow if you want. I think the thing that makes it hardest to just come out is the fear of how the person will react or the thought that they will judge us. A good psychiatrist will not do anything like that. For me I always felt more comfortable choosing another female as a mental health professional. I also did my own research for mental health professionals specializing in gender dysphoria it may be better if you do your own research. I still feel that just letting go of you fears of what the person will say or think is the best way to start but possibly also the hardest. I will tell you this I kept being transgender hidden for 18 years. I locked my feelings deep inside and prayed they would go away, well they didn't They only got stronger. Those were the hardest years of my life,and now that I'm out they feel like wasted years. Believe keeping this in will only cause more harm to yourself. I know this isn't what you asked for but hopefully it will give you the strength to just come out and be honest.
Good Luck You're Not Alone.
Warm Regards
ScarletRed


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[Wild Flower]

I written the letter. 3 pages long but this is my life and sanity.

This is my biggest decision as far as transition.  I'm excited though .

[Dan]

I written the letter. 3 pages long but this is my life and sanity.

This is my biggest decision as far as transition.  I'm excited though .

Well done!