Navigating the Legal System—Name and Gender Marker Changes Without a Lawyer
Legal Gender and Name Change
I can’t tell you how lucky I was to have the mentor I met at my first PTWC. She happened to live in the same county in Pennsylvania as Caroline. She took the time to write a seven-page document on how to save tons of money by not hiring an attorney to file the required paperwork for a legal name change at the County Court of Common Pleas.
Prioritizing LGBTQ+ Mental Health: Arrive Therapy Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an important time to raise awareness about mental health issues and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. At Arrive Therapy, we are committed to supporting the mental wellbeing of all individuals, including those in the trans and LGBTQ+ communities.
Come as You Are (GNC & Trans folks) – Clothing Swap & Donation Drive
Come as You Are (GNC & Trans folks) – Clothing Swap & Donation Drive
Key Types of Hormone Therapy and Their Effects
HRT and You: A blog series by Arrive Therapy
The overview:
Feminizing Hormone Therapy: Estrogen
Estrogen: Promotes feminine characteristics such as breast development, softer skin, and wider hips.
Anti-androgens: Blocks the production and effects of testosterone, aiding in the reduction of masculine features. 1,2.
Masculinizing Hormone Therapy: Testosterone 1,2.
Testosterone: Induces masculine characteristics including a deeper voice, increased body and facial hair, and a more muscular appearance. It also halts menstrual cycles
Gender Fluid Hormone Therapy:
Hormone therapy may be taken in small doses by individuals who don’t identify as strictly male or female, resulting in a more androgynous appearance.
Hormone therapy may be taken in small doses by individuals who don’t identify as strictly male or female, resulting in a more androgynous or feminine appearance. 1.
Five teenagers of varying genders and colors, expressing their unique personalities
Microgrants Available for Trans Folks
Microgrants available for trans folks and their families.
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