GID therapists?

[Alexie]

Does anybody know where in Melbourne, Australia I could consult a therapist?

I don't know where to start, but after a few postings in this forum and the subsequent advice given, I've decided I need to consult professional help; to at the very least understand where I am at.

I don't know if anybody else here has or had this situation, but at the moment my mind seems to be fighting with itself. One one hand their is the extremely logical and practical part that says "don't be silly, you have a career ahead of you and thoughts of this nature will only turn your life upside down... this must only be a phase". On the other hand, their is a part deep within my inner psyche, like the place you feel butterflies, that says "blow all the logic, this is the only thing that will give you inner peace, contentment and dare I say, possible sexual fulfillment".

I am so unbelievably confused!! It seems to be occupying my brain 24/7!!

[V M]

I don't know much about Melbourne, But I'm sure some of our Aussie friends will be about later

Did You try going online? www.gendertherapist.com

[rejennyrated]

Does anybody know where in Melbourne, Australia I could consult a therapist?

I don't know where to start, but after a few postings in this forum and the subsequent advice given, I've decided I need to consult professional help; to at the very least understand where I am at.

I don't know if anybody else here has or had this situation, but at the moment my mind seems to be fighting with itself. One one hand their is the extremely logical and practical part that says "don't be silly, you have a career ahead of you and thoughts of this nature will only turn your life upside down... this must only be a phase". On the other hand, their is a part deep within my inner psyche, like the place you feel butterflies, that says "blow all the logic, this is the only thing that will give you inner peace, contentment and dare I say, possible sexual fulfillment".

I am so unbelievably confused!! It seems to be occupying my brain 24/7!!

Believe it or not I understand that feeling very well... and, as someone who has been postop for over 25 years I think you are probably right. It is the only way to find peace.

From the perspective of someone who risked it all in my early twenties to resolve those exact same feelings I can honestly say that I have no regrets other than the fact that I allowed myself to delay for about five years. At 17 I knew what I wanted. At 21 I finally started to follow the dream.

Oh - and I don't live in Aus but I've googled the melbourne area for you and this is what I have found:

To Contact Monash Gender Dysphoria Clinic phone the Secretary Dawn Wallwork on (03)9556 5200 or write to Monash Gender Dysphoria Clinic, 352 South Rd, Moorabbin Victoria 3189.

Hope that helps.

[Alexie]

Believe it or not I understand that feeling very well... and, as someone who has been postop for over 25 years I think you are probably right. It is the only way to find peace.

From the perspective of someone who risked it all in my early twenties to resolve those exact same feelings I can honestly say that I have no regrets other than the fact that I allowed myself to delay for about five years. At 17 I knew what I wanted. At 21 I finally started to follow the dream.

Oh - and I don't live in Aus but I've googled the melbourne area for you and this is what I have found:

To Contact Monash Gender Dysphoria Clinic phone the Secretary Dawn Wallwork on (03)9556 5200 or write to Monash Gender Dysphoria Clinic, 352 South Rd, Moorabbin Victoria 3189.

Hope that helps.

Thank you, thank you, thank you so much  . I could give you a big hug and a kiss for that... I hope you don't mind 

[rejennyrated]

Thank you, thank you, thank you so much  . I could give you a big hug and a kiss for that... I hope you don't mind 

Aww! Thanks. I don't mind at all. I love hugs. Especially from young attractive opera singers!

And - just one more thing. Don't worry. Life has a way of surprising you. I thought my career would be over too. It was quite difficult whilst in transit so to speak, but as it turned out after I became postop my career and my love life both blossomed in most unexpected ways. In fact I became a moderately well known and respected figure in my industry (broadcasting).

So my advice is, if you possibly can afford to, go private and get it all over with as soon as you can. It does help if, like me, you are lucky enough to have the full support of your family, but even if not you may be surprised at what can happen.

[juliekins]

Glad to see that you're taking control of your own life, Alexi!

Good for you, and congrats, GF!