Quote from: Echo Alcestis on May 17, 2015, 08:40:22 PM
should i bring her to my next therapy appointment? my therapist doesnt know that i was given a script by my doctor but he does know that i was medicating. do you think my therapist would be able to get through to her? i've tried for several years and she said she was supportive but know that i told her i started, she just out left field. pretty sure my sister, who is a medical professional, would influence her into trying to take my pills away from me
You might look up a leaflet called doh-transgender-experiences.pdf .
It specifically states for trans people, their families and healthcare staff.
It states being tg has biological reasons. It is not a phase, picked up from the internet or something else.
The NHS is a very reputable source. Every medical professional should consider their info.
Another resource is
acceptingdad dot com/2013/08/05/to-the-unicorns-dad/
This is emotional stuff... if you feel like it call one of the helplines...
and I don't like the comments.
They talk about hurdles instead of the relief and that many people have made a successful transition and simply feel better.
And many people say especially the younger generation is more accepting.
You might ask your therapist for assistance, and have them help explain to your relatives.
You might talk it through with your counselor...
and if you want to talk to someone in person, you could call here for example:
glbthotline dot org/hotline.html
they also have a chat
translifeline dot org
have a few *hugs*