Gender Wiser
Coaching & Consulting
Gender Coaching
for
Families
Understanding & Supporting
Loved Ones
I work with families who have a child or loved one questioning their gender identity, considering transition, coming out as LGBTQ+, or simply seeking more comfort and confidence in expressing who they are. Gender Wiser sessions are collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your family’s unique questions, concerns, and goals. Unlike therapists or medical providers, I do not diagnose, treat, or provide clinical care. Instead, I offer the critical guidance and interactive learning that helps families build understanding, reduce confusion or fear, navigate systems, and develop affirming skills for real-life situations—so every family member feels seen, supported, and empowered.
Gender coaching is different from therapy
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Design the Path that is Right for your Family
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Understanding LGBTQ basics (trans/nonbinary identities; pronoun use; terminology; gender transitions; inclusive facilities)
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Practicing family acceptance/being a good ally
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Understanding LGBTQ+ spectrums and your youth’s gender and/or sexual orientation
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It’s not just you: Alternative approaches to learning pronouns
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Exploring non-medical gender affirming practices
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Navigating affirming healthcare services
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Communication and support: what to say, what not to say, and why
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Negotiating ethnic, conservative, and/or religious extended families
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Negotiating school environments and systems
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Know your rights: legal information, protections, current legislation, and known risks (gender markers on IDs, gender affirming care, name and gender marker changes, trans athletes, title IX, parental rights, bathroom and facility access)
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Other issues that are important for you!
Education for Groups
for schools & community groups
It's Not Just You: Alternative Approaches to Learning Pronouns
Trying your hardest and still struggling with pronouns? Adult brains lack plasticity. Learning new pronouns requires a cognitive reframe. This workshop is comprised of a series of exercises, grounded in cognitive behavioral and adult learning theory, designed to help you learn pronouns more quickly and effectively.
Allyship and Inclusion
Learn how to create environments where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.
This is a practical, action-oriented workshop that helps participants build the skills and confidence to show up as effective allies.
LGBTQ+ Basics
A clear and accessible introduction to the basics of sexual orientation, gender identity, pronouns, LGBTQ+ terminology, stereotypes, microaggressions, privilege. Provides foundational knowledge and answers common questions.
Trans/Nonbinary Basics
A clear and accessible introduction to the basics of trans/nonbinary identities, pronoun use, terminology, gender transitions, inclusive facilities and communication. Participants learn respectful communication practices, and how to create affirming spaces for people of all gender identities and expressions.
Intersectionality
This session offers a deeper, clear, step-by-step explanation of how intersectionality works—moving beyond popularized simplistic or confusing descriptions. Participants gain a deeper understanding of structural inequities and practical tools for building more inclusive practices and systems. (It is recommended that participants first complete the LGBTQ Basics educational session).
Understanding Federal Attacks on LGBTQ Rights
This session breaks down current federal legislation affecting LGBTQ+ people, how MA law provides some protections, and explores what these challenges mean for affected individuals. Topics include gender-marker changes, access to gender-affirming care, Title IX, facility access, trans athletes, and more—plus strategies for staying safe, supported, and proactive.
Trans Athletes: Facts & Myths
This first part of this session offers an overview of what current scientific research actually tells us about trans athletes and competitive performance. We will examine how sports policies and eligibility rules affect all trans athletes, intersex athletes, and athletes assigned female at birth. The second part of the session reviews the most common arguments in the public debate—usually framed as a conflict between fairness and inclusion—in an effort to identify common ground.
Affirming Care for Providers
This practice-focused training equips healthcare providers and office staff with the knowledge and skills to offer respectful, gender-affirming care to LGBTQ+ patients in everyday practice. Participants will learn current LGBTQ+ terminology, affirming language for anatomy and body parts, the complexities of gender variance, and best practices for inclusive communication (including forms and intake practices). Leave with clear guidance, useful scripts, and actionable steps that can be implemented immediately to create a more welcoming environment for all patients.
Gender Affirming Practices and Products for Masc-Leaning People
Exactly how does trans tape work? What are the options for keeping a packer in place? What’s a packer? Can I wear my binder in the pool, please! This practical session covers gender affirming approaches and products used for chest flattening, packing, standing to pee, and swimming – including advantages, challenges, and safety tips.