01-03-2014, 08:18 PM
Flame, dear, you don't strike me as one who suffers even an ounce of dysphoria concerning your gender identity. So, it makes sense that a gender therapist would be a waste of time and money for you.
If you were intending to transition to life as a woman full-time (I know you're not), you could do so, I understand, with the help of an endo and a signed 'informed consent' statement. At least that's possible in some states.
For the conflicted individual, however, a qualified gender therapist could make the difference between achieving peace of mind and stability in life and falling into the worst possible scenario.
On the other hand, I get the impression that many who do seek therapy, are practically pushed into HRT and transition. Do you get that impression?
What I like about the take-it-slow-herbal approach is that I have time to adjust to the idea of a partial or full transition. I don't feel I'm being pushed into anything. I can move forward, slow down, or back off as my sensibilities dictate without having to jump through medical professional hoops. That's capital, baby!
Hugs,
Clara
If you were intending to transition to life as a woman full-time (I know you're not), you could do so, I understand, with the help of an endo and a signed 'informed consent' statement. At least that's possible in some states.
For the conflicted individual, however, a qualified gender therapist could make the difference between achieving peace of mind and stability in life and falling into the worst possible scenario.
On the other hand, I get the impression that many who do seek therapy, are practically pushed into HRT and transition. Do you get that impression?
What I like about the take-it-slow-herbal approach is that I have time to adjust to the idea of a partial or full transition. I don't feel I'm being pushed into anything. I can move forward, slow down, or back off as my sensibilities dictate without having to jump through medical professional hoops. That's capital, baby!
Hugs,
Clara