The Genwell Blog
Words of advice, first-person stories, and thoughtful discussions about the latest research and legislative developments affecting transgender and non-binary people!
The GenWell Blog
Words of advice, first-person stories, and thoughtful discussions about the latest research and legislative developments affecting transgender and non-binary people.!
Navigating the Virtual: Telehealth is a Learning Experience
Read about how virtual counseling can be a multi-level learning experience for all parties concerned — therapists (myself) included.
Video Group for Transgender/Non-Binary Adults
Learn about a new therapy support group for parents and relatives of transgender and gender-fluid youth, moderated by Casey Weitzman, M.A., L.M.F.T. of Gender Wellness of Los Angeles.
Navigating Transgender Health Care
Navigating Transgender Health Care Throughout the years, many of our clients at Gender Wellness of Los Angeles (GWLA) have tried to navigate the Transgender Health Care system in Los Angeles. What better person to ask then our own Grace O’Connor, MA, AMFT. We decided to sit down and discuss her [...]
Talking Transgender Hair Removal with Electrologist, Alana Dzurek
Gender Wellness of Los Angeles (GWLA) has been referring our Male to Female (MtF) and Female To Male (FtM) clients in transition to her salon and their treatment has received have reviews.
Working Towards A Greater Understanding
A post-workshop summary of a day-long program; a highly interactive discussion designed for fellow mental health clinicians — an effort to improve our collective skills in working with the Transgender and Transgender nonconforming population.
Transgender and Gender-Fluid Clients: What Therapists Need to Know
Transgender and Gender-Fluid Clients: What Therapists Need to Know is a timely workshop, brought to you by Gender Wellness of Los Angeles and The Insight Center. It will offer therapists — of all disciplines — the knowledge that they may use to provide effective support, guidance, sensitivity, and information to transgender / gender-fluid / gender-nonbinary clients, their family, friends and co-workers.
Welcome, Grace Michelle O’Connor, M.A., A.M.F.T.!
Please welcome Grace O’Connor, M.A., A.M.F.T., the newest member of the GWLA team. She brings with her many years of experience helping the transgender and non-binary community with drug and alcohol addiction.
Trans Travel Tips
Learn four things every transgender, or gender non-binary, person should know when they're on the go.
For Good: A Monthly Night of Show Tunes to Save the World
A group of local musicians, and other creatives, come together to provide a cabaret-stye ensemble performance each month at El Cid in Silverlake. The money the group raises in ticket sales is donated...this month, Monday, May 13th, to Gender Wellness of Los Angeles (GWLA). Director Casey Weitzman, M.A., L.M.F.T. will, in turn, direct 100% of the proceeds towards one or more of GWLA's transgender clients...
Welcome, Grace Michelle O’Connor, M.A., A.M.F.T.!
Please welcome Grace O’Connor, M.A., A.M.F.T., the newest member of the GWLA team. She brings with her many years of experience helping the transgender and non-binary community with drug and alcohol addiction.
Trans Travel Tips
Learn four things every transgender, or gender non-binary, person should know when they're on the go.
For Good: A Monthly Night of Show Tunes to Save the World
A group of local musicians, and other creatives, come together to provide a cabaret-stye ensemble performance each month at El Cid in Silverlake. The money the group raises in ticket sales is donated...this month, Monday, May 13th, to Gender Wellness of Los Angeles (GWLA). Director Casey Weitzman, M.A., L.M.F.T. will, in turn, direct 100% of the proceeds towards one or more of GWLA's transgender clients...
Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Anita May Rosenstein Campus
On April 7, 2019, the Los Angeles LGBT Center celebrated the grand opening of the Anita May Rosenstein Campus. We were thrilled to attend the celebration!
The Lavender Effect — An Extended Look
A longer look/listen at the video-recorded testimony that GWLA Director Casey Weitzman contributed on behalf of The Lavender Effect.
For Parents/Relatives of Transgender and Gender-Fluid Youth
Learn about a new therapy support group for parents and relatives of transgender and gender-fluid youth, moderated by Casey Weitzman, M.A., L.M.F.T. of Gender Wellness of Los Angeles.
The Stakes Are High
Casey Weitzman, M.A., L.M.F.T., describes the typical experiences of new transgender or gender-non-conforming clients, while discussing what they can expect going forward.
Wrabel Rocks My World
An homage to one my favorite artists — Wrabel, is an American musician, a singer/songwriter who is effecting change we can believe in.
Transgender Style: Getting Help from a Highly-Recommended Fashion Professional
Meet Victoria Borna, a highly-recommended stylist that helps all different types of people — including transgender clients — make fashion choices as part of Macy's MyStylist program.
The Lavender Effect
Recently, I had the honor of contributing a recorded testimony on behalf of The Lavender Effect's Oral History Project — a powerful collection of video testimonies that I strongly urge you to view/share.
GWLA Opposes UCLA Transgender Research Program
GWLA opposes a UCLA-sponsored Transgender Research Program, in solidarity with MANY organizations which serve and advocate for our community.
The Basics of Puberty Blockers
When changes going on in a tween’s/teen’s body don’t line up with gender identity, it's time to get some help, for everyone's sake. Here, we present a quick overview on this topic. GWLA takes this matter very seriously — it does not represent our default, automatic recommendation to address rapid onset gender dysphoria. It is considered on a case-by-case basis, after a thorough assessment is completed, from a clinical and family systems perspective.
Casey & Grace | Take 1
View/listen to a Zoom-powered discussion between Casey and Grace about telehealth and identity.
Getting to Know Our Team Member: When She Came to Know Grace
From the outset, Grace O’Connor, MA, AMFT has been a truly delightful addition to our team. In her own words, Grace reveals her transition story.
Food vs. Physical Trans-formations: A Q&A with Robyn L. Goldberg, RDN, CEDRD-S
GWLA chats with esteemed nutritionist Robyn L. Goldberg, RDN, CEDRD-S, about the growing trend of eating disorders in the transgender population.
Medical Necessity of Facial Gender Affirming Surgery for Transgender Women
Making the case for facial gender reassignment surgery for transgender women as safe, effective, and medically necessary for treating gender dysphoria. Matters related to mental health, medical insurance, and the law are intricately woven here.
Navigating the Virtual: Telehealth is a Learning Experience
Read about how virtual counseling can be a multi-level learning experience for all parties concerned — therapists (myself) included.
Video Group for Transgender/Non-Binary Adults
Learn about a new therapy support group for parents and relatives of transgender and gender-fluid youth, moderated by Casey Weitzman, M.A., L.M.F.T. of Gender Wellness of Los Angeles.