There is a growing number of trans-identified therapists and psychologists, which I find an exciting development in the profession. Over time, this will lead to a substantial body of literature de-pathologizing trans identity, which will in turn lead the therapy/psychology professions in the direction of being more helpful to trans clients than has traditionally been [...]
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Available July 2010.
Archive for December, 2011
by Team-Reid
Dysphoria is a pervasive feeling of discomfort, discontent, or dissatisfaction with life. “Gender dysphoria” is a term that has been around for a couple of decades, specifying gender as the cause for the feeling of dysphoria. Some of the ways people describe the experience include: “I just don’t feel right in a female (or male) [...]
