Thinking about transitioning (M2F)

[Joseph2833]

So, I'm about to turn 18 and I'm a male looking to become a M2F. I know my family won't like my transition due to religious beliefs. In my community, there are no transgender people. I'm looking for another guy my age who also wants to become a M2F to go through this transition together. I live in a pretty big city in the Midwestern U.S.A.
Any suggestions about finding a partner to do this with like me?

[KathyLauren]

Hi, Joseph2833!

Welcome to Susan's Place.

If you are living on your own and not financially dependent on your family, then once you turn 18, they will have no say in your transition.

The most common and most recommended starting point for transitioning is to talk to a gender therapist.  Along with the essential functions of helping you figure out exectly what you want and how to get it, they can also put you in touch with support groups.

Another way to find support groups or supportive individuals is to contact a Pride or LGBT advocacy group in your city.  All moderate-to-large cities will have one.

Please feel free to stop by the Introductions forum to tell the members about yourself.  Here is some information that we like to share with new members:

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[Northern Star Girl]

So, I'm about to turn 18 and I'm a male looking to become a M2F. I know my family won't like my transition due to religious beliefs. In my community, there are no transgender people. I'm looking for another guy my age who also wants to become a M2F to go through this transition together. I live in a pretty big city in the Midwestern U.S.A.
Any suggestions about finding a partner to do this with like me?

@Joseph2833
Dear Joseph:
     I am so very happy to see that you have signed up this morning as a member this of Susan's Place and the Forums.
I also see that our lovely member  @KathyLauren  has Officially Welcomed you... and at the end of her welcome message to you she has given you important and informative LINKS that will help you to navigate and around the forums and get the most out of your time here on the Forums.

    As you post here on the forums you will be able to exchange thoughts and comments with others that are experiencing many of the same things that you are.

    This is the right place for you to be to find out what others may have to say that may have been in your circumstances and with your questions and concerns.
    There are a lot of members here that will be able to identify with your situation as you continue to feel free to share it.

    I also want to warmly WELCOME you to Susan's Place. 
You will find this a safe and friendly place to share with others and to read about others similar trials, tribulations, and successes.

    As you are certainly aware you can share with others and involve yourself with some give and take with other like-minded members.  When frustrated or if you have successes you can share it here if you wish and receive support from others and offer support to others. ....
     ***There is a very good chance that you might find that you will make some new like-minded friends here. 

    Please come in and continue to be involved at your own pace.
   
    Please look closely at the LINKS in RED at the end of Kathy Lauren's message, answers are there to many questions that new members ask.     

Again, Welcome to Susan's Place.
Danielle

[Northern Star Girl]

@Joseph2833
Oh, and another thing Joseph...
As our member @KathyLauren suggested in her message to you, please plan to find your way to the Introductions Forum so that more members will be aware of your arrival and will be aware of your desire to find other like-minded members in your area in Midwestern USA.
     
Thank you again for joining Susan's Place and being involved in the Forums here.
Best wishes to you,
Danielle
NOTE:  Now I will let you have your thread back so you can continue to pursue the answers you are seeking.

[Dena]

Welcome to Susan's Place. You might not find anyone who wants to be close to you while you go through your transition however you should consider a support group. A support group will provide you with others that you can share with and you will have a much greater variety of information. It's also possible you will be able find group therapy where you will be able to receive a great deal of support. Be open to other sources of information as the more people in your life, the easer the transition will be.