So couple of days ago, I had yet a third initial consultation with yet another therapist yet again. Trying so hard not to get my hopes up but at the same time avoiding total hopelessness, I went in there all mopey, like I always do when I go out. After two failed attempts at this, I wasn't really sure what to think about it.
This therapist however, unlike the previous ones I have seen, is actually listed on all the transgender resources I have viewed on paper and online for my area. And that in itself does mean something. I was also impressed with the fact that he answered any questions I had for him before I even asked them. He let me know he works with many transgender clients and have previously helped between 30 to 50 of them in transitioning very beautifully.
Another thing he did the other therapists did not was that immediately after our nearly two hour session, he diagnosed me, officially, as having Gender Identity Disorder and was able to explain it to me without the use of his diagnostic manual because he is indeed experienced in this area. Not that I do not know what this is already, its just he wanted me to be certain that he does not even see this as a mental illness at all and that he sees it more like a physical one. Anyway, I totally agreed with his diagnosis, and then he asked for information such as my assigned name at birth, spelling of my preferred name, phone number, all in preparation for writing my letter for hormones.
I forgot to mention that I believe he is a psychologist too, so he was able to make this diagnosis unlike the previous therapists.
I am so excited because I know I can move forward with this man's help. Things are finally starting to look up for me! ;D
Also, does anyone here have a list of recommended endocrinologists? I know that this is the next step for many of us in our transitions once we find a decent therapist to help us out. And also, has anyone here worked with Dr. Matt Borer before? If so, what was your experience like working with him to aid in your transition? He is the new therapist I am seeing right now. Thanks!
~Nixy~
congrats, peace of mind
Thanks, Steph! =)
"Peace of mind," for all of us!
~Nixy~