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TRANS RESOURCES AT REALSELF
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TRANS RESOURCES AT REALSELF
Unbiased information and support for your journey to become your authentic self
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At RealSelf, we’re passionate about empowering trans people with the clear, accurate information you need to make confident decisions about gender-affirming procedures.
While not all trans people choose to undergo surgery, gender confirmation procedures can play an important role in helping bring your body into closer alignment with your gender identity.
Your health, wellness, and safety are important.
Find the support you need in our LGBTQ+ Community Resource section below.
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GENDER CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE GUIDES
Trans Feminine Gender Confirmation
Procedure options for trans feminine people include breast augmentation, facial feminization, body contouring, and much more.
Trans Masculine Gender Confirmation
From chin and jaw augmentation to top surgery and beyond, trans masculine people can choose from a range of surgical procedures to create a more traditionally masculine face and body.
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LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY RESOURCES
TRANS HEALTHCARE
UCSF Trans Care
The Gender Affirming Health Program at University of California, San Francisco, aims to provide evidence-based, cutting-edge clinical care for transgender and gender-nonconforming communities.
Howard Brown Health Center (Chicago)
Howard Brown Health offers programs that address the unique barriers faced by trans and gender-nonconforming clients as well as access to medical, behavioral health, and case management staff.
Planned Parenthood Trans Healthcare
Planned Parenthood health centers are open to people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, offering STD testing, birth control, physical exams, other sexual and reproductive health services, and referrals.
HORMONE THERAPY
FOLX Health
FOLX specializes in virtual LGBTQ+ health care, including clinician visits and access to hormone-replacement prescriptions.
Estrogen Hormone Therapy - UCSF Trans Care
An overview of feminizing hormone therapy, including options, risks, and what to expect, from Dr. Maddie Deutsch, medical director at UCSF Transgender Care.
Testosterone Hormone Therapy - UCSF Trans Care
An overview of masculinizing hormone therapy, including options, risks, and what to expect, from Dr. Maddie Deutsch, medical director at UCSF Transgender Care.
MENTAL HEALTH
Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive.
Crisis Connections
With more than 400 trained volunteers and experienced staff, Crisis Connections is a mental health crisis hotline serving the emotional and physical needs of individuals across Washington State.
The NW Network
The Northwest Network of Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian, and Gay Survivors of Abuse supports queer and trans survivors in the Washington area through advocacy-based counseling and community education.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project provides information and support to LGBTQ+ youth, including 100% free and confidential access to crisis counselors 24/7, 365 days a year.
It Gets Better
The It Gets Better Project’s mission is to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the world.
Charlie Health
This virtual clinic offers personalized mental health support for LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults. Connect to licensed professionals instantly, from anywhere.
FUNDING
Point of Pride Annual Trans Surgery Fund
This scholarship-style program provides direct financial assistance to trans folks who cannot afford their gender-confirming surgery.
ANTI-VIOLENCE
FORGE
FORGE builds strength and resilience in transgender communities through training and technical assistance, resources, and support.
Communities Against Hate
Communities Against Hate is a national initiative to document stories and respond to incidents of violence, threats, and property damage motivated by hate in the United States.
National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs
The NCAVP works to prevent, respond to, and end all forms of violence against and within LGBTQ+ communities.
WPATH GUIDELINES
WPATH.org
The World Professional Association for Transgender Health is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit interdisciplinary professional and educational organization devoted to transgender health.
WPATH Standards of Care
The guidelines provide comprehensive clinical guidance for health professionals to assist transgender and gender-nonconforming people and is a resource for individuals experiencing gender dysphoria.
RESOURCES
The Okra Project
This collective seeks to address the global crisis faced by Black trans people by bringing them meals and resources.
The Center: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center
The Center provides advocacy, health, and wellness programs; arts, entertainment, and cultural events; and recovery, parenthood, and family-support services for the LGBTQ+ communities of New York City.
Euphoria.LGBT
This mobile technology company offers a number of apps to support members of the trans community.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
HealthCare.gov
The site offers important information and guidelines for trans individuals looking for health-care coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace.
Lambda Legal
This 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization is committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV through impact litigation, education, and public-policy work.
Trans Health Project
The Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund's Trans Health Project aims to ensure that all transgender and gender-nonconforming people can access the trans-related health care that they need.
Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund
This 501(c)(3) nonprofit’s mission is to end discrimination and achieve equality for transgender people, particularly those in vulnerable communities.
