Counselling for Transgender Issues in London

Transgender is a word used to describe people whose gender identity differs from their assigned sex at birth.

Transgender people do not feel, on the inside, to be the gender that their bodies suggest on the outside. These feelings can be very distressing and transgender people often struggle for many years with complex, difficult emotions as they come to understand their sense of gender identity.

Gender identity is a person’s sense of being male or female and is not linked to sexual orientation. Transgender people may identify as heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual or asexual.

Gender and identity – not always straight-forward

Transgender people experience and discover their transgender identity is a variety of ways. Some can trace their feelings back to their earliest memories. Others become aware of their transgender identities during adolescence or much later in life. Some transgender people embrace their transgender feelings while others struggle with feelings of shame or confusion.

Some transgender people use medical treatment to alter their bodies to match their internal sense of gender identity. Some transgender people do not. This is a personal choice. Corrective surgery has helped many transgender people feel more comfortable in their bodies, though not every transgender person opts for gender reassignment.

Transgender people have been documented throughout history and are found in most societies of the world. There is no single reason why some people are transgender.

Though it is illegal to discriminate against transgender people, transgender people often feel that it is difficult to find employment and report that discrimination against transgender people is common not only in the workplace but in all areas of society.

Counselling for gender and transgender issues can help

Therapy can be invaluable to people experiencing gender identity issues. An experienced therapist should be able to assist with the many challenges that transgender people face. Discussing feelings in therapy can help make sense of gender identity issues and help with difficult transitions. Support is available to those facing gender identity matters.

Some of our therapists have helped many transgendered people understand and resolve issues around gender identity. At your first appointment, we will discuss how you might move forward and you will be referred to one of therapists with gender counselling experience.

If you know someone who is transgender, or who is coming to terms with their transgender identity, educate yourself about transgender issues. Keep the lines of communication open with the transgender person and learn appropriate terms to use in discussing transgender matters. Don’t make assumptions about things. If in doubt about something, ask.

Getting started with gender counselling and support in London

Your first appointment will provide an opportunity to speak with a therapist about your concerns. This first appointment usually lasts about one hour. Your therapist will help determine how we might best support you and you will have an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about counselling for gender-related issues.

We have helped many people explore their sense of gender identity. One of our therapists may be able to provide help. We use a number of different counselling approaches to support you along the way.

Appointments are usually available within one week of your initial contact.

Your first appointment will include an assessment of your needs in therapy and you will have an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about counselling and psychotherapy. To set up your first appointment, please get in touch. 

Being transgender in London can be challenging. Counselling provides essential help and support for those facing gender and gender identity issues.