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The holiday season is almost here! Lots of joy, lots of family, and lots of … challenges. How do you navigate this time of year with a transgender child? Join me and therapist Kristen Berglund, MA, LPC (she/her) of B Well Counseling Center and KB Wellness for our FREE online workshop “Navigating the Holidays with Trans Kids” on Monday, November 3, at 6 PM PT/8 PM CT. In this lively session, we’ll discuss how families of transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse kids can navigate the holiday...
So. How are you? I know that’s a pretty loaded question these days. And it’s ok not to be ok. Our nervous systems and bodies and brains and hearts were not built to handle this much stress, confusion, and fear. So guess what? If you're not doing so hot, that means you’re an actual human person! AND - we still have to take care of ourselves. I am not great at self-care. It’s my growing edge, but I’m learning and working on it. And I hope you are too, however that looks for you. For me,...
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting with a staff member from TransFamily Support Services, and WOWZA! This is an incredible organization. From their website: TransFamily Support Services guide transgender/non-binary youth and their families through the gender transitioning process to help make it the most positive experience possible. We provide family coaching, assistance with healthcare and insurance issues, help navigating the legal system, and support at schools. All services are...