RESOURCES
RESOURCES
Here are some key resources I often direct people to or encourage them to explore
I am not affiliated with or financially associated with any of these resources, but hope you find them helpful!
Articles, Books, Manuals & Trainings
Attachment-Based Therapy for Lesbian and Gay Young Adults and Their Persistently Non-Accepting Parents (2014)
Gary M. Diamond and Maya S. ShpigelImplementing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) for LGBTQ Youth and their Caregivers
Judith Cohen, M.D. Anthony Mannarino, Ph.D. Kelly Wilson, LCSW Arturo Zinny, LPC, M.A.Legal Name & Gender Marker Guide
Some resources included are New York-specific, but is an information guide for next steps to take after legally updating your name or gender marker to ensure nothing is missedMotivational Interviewing to Support the Coming Out Process for LGBTQ Youth: Part 1 and Part 2
Transgender Children & Youth: Cultivating Pride and Joy with Families in Transition (2017) and Trans Kids and Teens: Pride, Joy, and Families in Transition (2019)
Elijah C. NealyWorld Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH): Standards of Care version 8
Previous version is available in 14 different languages at this link
Worksheets & Activities
Gender & Sexualities Galaxy Activities
by Action Canada for Sexual Health and RightsGender Unicorn
Developed by Trans Student Educational Resources. Available in 14+ Languages from their websiteGender Pronouns
Developed by the Trans Student Educational ResourcesTrans Self-Care Workbook
Theo LorenzThe Neurodivergent Friendly Workbook of DBT Skills
Sonny James WiseThe Queer and Transgender Resilience Workbook: Skills for Navigating Sexual Orientation and Gender Expression
Anneliese A. Singh, PhD LPC & Diane Ehrensaft PhD
Websites & Organizations
Trans Lifeline
Peer support by and for the trans community, ideal alternative to other suicide lines for trans/gender diverse individuals. Can be used even when not in a crisis to access peer support 24/7. Press 2 for Spanish.The Trevor Project
LGBTQ+ suicide intervention hotline available via text, chat on the web, or by phone at (866)-488-7386. To reach by text, message “START” to 678-678The Family Acceptance Project
The Family Acceptance Project is a research, intervention, education and policy initiative to prevent health and mental health risks and to promote well-being for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer-identified (LGBTQ) children and youth, including suicide, homelessness, drug use and HIV — in the context of their families, cultures and faith communities.Gender Spectrum
Resources & Gender Journey InformationTrans Families Support Services
Provides free assistance with healthcare and insurance issues, help navigating the legal system, and support at schools.Trans Legislation Tracker
Tracker updated daily of current anti-trans bills and legislation proposed and passed in the United StatesWhat It’s Like To Be Intersex
BuzzfeedHow to Stay Safe Online: A Guide Against LGBTQ+ Cyberbullying
Online safety tips for the LGBTQ+ community; and connections to additional online communities and organizations providing safe spaces for connection, information and solidarity.