Support
What Can I do if My Family Don’t Support Me?
When your family expresses concerns about your decision to medically transition, it’s important to approach the conversation with empathy, understanding, and factual information. Here are some strategies to help reassure them: Understand Their ...
Policy on Online Written & Verbal Abuse Toward GenderGP Team
1. Introduction At GenderGP, we are dedicated to fostering a safe and respectful environment for all our team members. We recognise the detrimental impact that online written and verbal abuse can have on our team’s wellbeing and morale. This policy ...
The Importance of Regular Follow-Up Sessions in Your GenderGP Care Plan
Introduction GenderGP’s commitment to providing comprehensive and personalised care for individuals undergoing gender transition is shown through our regular follow-up sessions. Scheduled every six months, these sessions are a cornerstone of our care ...
Mental Health Support
Mental health support for individuals undergoing medical transition is crucial, as this process can be emotionally and psychologically challenging. Here’s an overview of the importance of such support, who may benefit from it, available options, ...
Detransitioning aka Retransitioning - Q&A
What do people mean by detransitioning? Detransitioning refers to when people who have already transitioned choose to return to their assigned genders at birth. The term “detransitioning” has become a loaded term that is often used to try to ...
My Parents Don’t Understand…
Navigating gender transition without the support of your parents or guardians can be challenging, but there are steps and resources available to help you through this journey. Here’s a guide on how to approach this situation: 1. Seek Supportive ...
The Benefits of Counselling During Medical Transition
Introduction Transitioning is a personal journey that involves not only physical changes but also emotional and psychological evolution. For people undergoing medical transition, counselling can play an helpful role in supporting and enhancing this ...
Supporting Family and Friends During a Period of Transition
BOOK HERE We understand the importance of support from family and friends during the journey of gender affirmation, and recognises that explaining the process and implications of being prescribed gender-affirming medication can be challenging. To ...
Navigating Change Together: Support for Understanding Gender Identity in Relationships
Introduction: Coming out as transgender is a deeply personal and often daunting experience. It’s not just about the individual embracing their true self; it’s also about those around them – especially their partners – adapting to this new ...
What if I need a specific treatment, med, or investigation?
Q: What are the options available when I need a specific treatment, medication, or medical investigation? A: When one of our members requires a particular treatment, medicine, or medical investigation, we have two primary ways we can help: Public ...
Sharing your Transition Plans with Family and Friends
Deciding to share your transition journey with family and friends is a significant and personal step. It’s natural to feel a mix of emotions, from excitement to apprehension, about how this news will be received. Here’s a guide to help you navigate ...
Delays in Transitioning: The Real Risks
Delaying gender-affirming care due to external pressures or personal fears can have various physical, mental, and emotional risks. It’s essential to make decisions about your gender-affirming journey based on your own needs, comfort, and wellbeing. ...
How do I Tell my Family and Friends About my Transition?
Addressing your family’s concerns about medical transitioning involves understanding their fears, providing them with accurate information, and sharing your feelings and experiences. Here’s a guide on how to navigate these conversations: 1. ...
Informing Family and Friends
Coming out is a significant step in your journey, and it’s wonderful that your family and friends are seeking to understand and support you. There are numerous resources available that can help them learn more about gender identity and how to be ...
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Do I need a diagnosis to join GenderGP?
No. At GenderGP, we don't "diagnose", as we feel it's disrespectful to your identity. You are the expert in your gender experience, and being trans isn't a medical condition. However, we understand that due to the institutional circumstances many ...
Types of Consent Sessions: IGS and Capacity to Consent
Empowering Informed Gender-Affirming Care GenderGP’s Information Gathering Session (IGS) and our Capacity to Consent Session are vital components of our commitment to providing access to positive recommendations for gender-affirming care. Embarking ...
What is a Treatment Recommendation?
A Treatment Recommendation is a written report, based on a person’s self-submitted personal and health data, which is analysed in accordance with current research, clinical guidelines, and best practice across the world. This, then, creates a ...
Progesterone for Feminising Hormone Therapy
Summary What is Progesterone? Progesterone is a hormone that everyone’s body makes. It plays a part in periods, pregnancy, and breast growth. It can also help transgender women in their transition, especially for breast growth and lowering ...
Medication prices are too high, so I'd like to use another prescription at a different pharmacy. What should I do?
To request a new prescription, please submit a new Treatment Recommendation request. Ask for a referral to an independent prescriber and select either a Clynxx electronic prescription token or a paper prescription from the form. You can use these at ...