Gender-affirming care focuses on understanding and supporting each person’s unique experience of gender. This may include exploration of identity, navigating social or relational challenges, processing dysphoria or distress, and supporting self-acceptance. The approach is client-led and grounded in respect, safety, and affirmation.
What does
Gender-affirming care
offer?
Who is
Gender-affirming care
for?
This service is for individuals questioning their gender, exploring identity or expression, or seeking support related to gender-related stress, discrimination, or transition—social, emotional, or medical. It can also support those navigating family, workplace, or community dynamics connected to gender identity.
What do
Gender-affirming care
sessions look like?
Sessions are collaborative and paced according to individual needs. Conversations may focus on identity exploration, emotional experiences, boundaries, coping strategies, and navigating real-world situations. There is no expectation to label, disclose, or move toward any specific decision unless and until it feels right for you.
How can
Gender-affirming care
support you?
Gender-affirming care can support emotional regulation, self-understanding, confidence, and resilience. The goal is to reduce distress, strengthen self-trust, and support well-being in a way that aligns with your values and lived experience.
Gender-affirming care
Available in person
Available virtual
Gender-affirming care provides a supportive, respectful space for individuals to explore gender identity, expression, and lived experience. This service centres autonomy, self-determination, and affirmation, without pressure toward any specific outcome.
Find the therapist that’s right for you.
Nadrina Whatley
Licensed Counselling Therapist
