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.
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.
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 [...]
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.