Understanding
Gender Dysphoria
Gender dysphoria is the significant distress or discomfort experienced when a person’s gender identity does not align with their sex assigned at birth. This can affect emotional wellbeing, relationships, and daily functioning. Treatment is highly individualised and aims to support comfort and authenticity in one’s gender identity.
What does gender dysphoria feel like?
It may involve persistent discomfort with your body or social gender role, anxiety about being misgendered, and a strong desire to live as your true gender. Many experience depression, isolation, or frustration, especially if their identity is not recognised or supported by others.
How to overcome gender dysphoria with therapy
Therapy offers a safe space to explore your gender identity, manage distress, and plan steps toward transition if desired. Treatment options include psychological support, hormone therapy, voice therapy, and, for some, gender-affirming surgery. Support from family, friends, and community is also vital.
Through gender dysphoria counselling, you can:
Explore and affirm your gender identity
Develop coping strategies for distress and social challenges
Access information on medical and social transition options
Involve loved ones or support networks in your journey
Step-by-step guide to managing gender dysphoria
Seek assessment: Consult a gender dysphoria clinic or specialist for evaluation and support.
Engage in therapy: Work with a therapist to explore identity, set goals, and address emotional wellbeing.
Consider treatment options: Discuss hormone therapy, voice therapy, or surgery based on your needs and preferences.
Build a support network: Connect with supportive friends, family, or LGBTQ+ groups.
Understanding
Gender Dysphoria
Gender dysphoria is the significant distress or discomfort experienced when a person’s gender identity does not align with their sex assigned at birth. This can affect emotional wellbeing, relationships, and daily functioning. Treatment is highly individualised and aims to support comfort and authenticity in one’s gender identity.
What does gender dysphoria feel like?
It may involve persistent discomfort with your body or social gender role, anxiety about being misgendered, and a strong desire to live as your true gender. Many experience depression, isolation, or frustration, especially if their identity is not recognised or supported by others.
How to overcome gender dysphoria with therapy
Therapy offers a safe space to explore your gender identity, manage distress, and plan steps toward transition if desired. Treatment options include psychological support, hormone therapy, voice therapy, and, for some, gender-affirming surgery. Support from family, friends, and community is also vital.
Through gender dysphoria counselling, you can:
Explore and affirm your gender identity
Develop coping strategies for distress and social challenges
Access information on medical and social transition options
Involve loved ones or support networks in your journey
Step-by-step guide to managing gender dysphoria
Seek assessment: Consult a gender dysphoria clinic or specialist for evaluation and support.
Engage in therapy: Work with a therapist to explore identity, set goals, and address emotional wellbeing.
Consider treatment options: Discuss hormone therapy, voice therapy, or surgery based on your needs and preferences.
Build a support network: Connect with supportive friends, family, or LGBTQ+ groups.
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Gordon is a fully qualified psychodynamic counsellor with a dedicated private practice in central Manchester, delivering over 5,000 sessions to individuals and couples. Offering both in-person and online therapy, Gordon provides a calm and reflective space to explore the complexity of human experience. His approach is thoughtful, consistent, and rooted in deep respect for each client’s emotional world and life story.
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Gordon is a fully qualified psychodynamic counsellor with a dedicated private practice in central Manchester, delivering over 5,000 sessions to individuals and couples. Offering both in-person and online therapy, Gordon provides a calm and reflective space to explore the complexity of human experience. His approach is thoughtful, consistent, and rooted in deep respect for each client’s emotional world and life story.
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£55.00 per session
£85.00 per session
Adults (18+)
Couples
Jane is a compassionate and experienced person-centred counsellor with over 1,800 sessions delivered and a track record of supporting more than 90 clients. Drawing on her own lived experience and a strong foundation in therapeutic practice, she creates a warm, collaborative space where clients can explore what’s holding them back, gain clarity, and work towards lasting emotional wellbeing.
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£55.00 per session
Adults (18+)
Gordon is a fully qualified psychodynamic counsellor with a dedicated private practice in central Manchester, delivering over 5,000 sessions to individuals and couples. Offering both in-person and online therapy, Gordon provides a calm and reflective space to explore the complexity of human experience. His approach is thoughtful, consistent, and rooted in deep respect for each client’s emotional world and life story.
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£55.00 per session
£85.00 per session
Adults (18+)
Couples
Jane is a compassionate and experienced person-centred counsellor with over 1,800 sessions delivered and a track record of supporting more than 90 clients. Drawing on her own lived experience and a strong foundation in therapeutic practice, she creates a warm, collaborative space where clients can explore what’s holding them back, gain clarity, and work towards lasting emotional wellbeing.
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£55.00 per session
Adults (18+)