Gender Wiser
Coaching & Consulting
Coaching
for
Individuals
Coming Out
Is it finally time? Are you beginning to question whether, or how, to come out, and to whom? Are you concerned about how people may react? Do you need a space to sort through a complex mix of emotions, new language, and next steps?
Coming out can be exhilarating and liberating, or stressful and frightening, or a confusing combination. I offer guidance through every stage of the coming-out process – whether you are at the initial stages of questioning, sorting through emotions and labels, or ready to practice scripts for telling specific people in your life.
As we work together, we might explore:
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Exploring and clarifying your identity
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Developing language and scripts for coming out
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Understanding emotional reactions you and others might experience
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Navigating practical considerations of coming out
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Exploring relationships and intimacy from an affirming lens
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Building confidence in the coming-out process
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Finding or building affirming community
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Understanding LGBTQ+ culture and community norms
What issues are important to you?
Design your own Journey
Topics for Sessions
60 or 90 minute sessions
Multiple session discounts available
Gender expression and embodiment: Exploring and experimenting
Identity: Exploring and clarifying your identities
Understanding LGBTQI spectrums: Relationships among sex, gender, sexual orientation
Coming out: Developing language and scripts for coming out
Coming out: Understanding emotional reactions you and others might experience
Coming out: Navigating practical considerations
Transition: Clarifying your transition path
Transition: Preparing for social transition
Transition: Navigating complex gender affirming practices and services
Job seeking and interviewing
Navigating educational and professional environments
Dating and relationship. Exploring relationships and intimacy
Building resilience and coping strategies.
Religion and spirituality: Navigating belief, belonging, and identity
Community: Finding or building affirming community
Community: Understanding LGBTQ+ culture and community norms
Know your rights: Information on current attacks and protections
Other issues that are important for you!
Gender coaching is different from therapy
Coaching involves guidance, support, mentorship, and interactive gender education that helps you explore gender identity and sexual orientation and navigate real-world systems with confidence. Unlike therapists or medical providers, gender coaches do not diagnose, treat, or provide clinical care. Instead, they focus on self-discovery, personal growth, and practical skill-building. For support with mental health conditions, please consult a licensed mental health provider.
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