On Transgender Day of Visibility it is important that we applaud those who proudly and loudly show us that trans people are a rich and beautiful part of our vibrant society. However, it is also important to acknowledge that while today we may be celebrating...
There is no doubt that gender incongruence in children can be a highly emotive subject, causing uncertainty in decision-making and a fear of litigation or regulatory action for those involved in their care. However, as with all difficult decisions relating to...
Parental consent can be given, but more must be done News that trans youth can now access puberty blockers on the NHS with parental consent will come as a huge relief to so many left high and dry by the NHS following the December ruling in the Bell and Mrs A v...
Musician, Steph May, joins Dr Helen and Marianne, to discuss her new single:, “One Life”, which has been released today (March 26th) ahead of Trans Day of Visibility 2021 (March 31st). Together they discuss what visibility means to them and the importance of...
Trans woman and musician, Steph May, has released her first single ‘One Life’ and is calling on the trans community and its allies to support her in getting into the UK singles chart in time for Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31st. In order to rank in...
When selecting a therapist there are many factors to consider. Here, person-centred counsellor and qualified psychological wellbeing practitioner, Nicola Corder, shares some insights. I work with many clients who have marginalised societal identities and...
Academic and Head of the Education Department at Goldsmiths University, Dr Anna Carlile, joins Dr Helen and Marianne, to discuss her research paper, “It’s like my kid came back overnight”, which focuses on the experiences of trans youth and their families accessing...
Duncan Rudkin Chief Executive General Pharmaceutical Council 25 Canada Square Canary Wharf London E14 5LQ Sent by email 18.03.21 Dear Mr Rudkin, Thank you for your latest correspondence received on March 2nd, 2021. We were reassured to read that your: “focus is on...
Dr James Palmer Medical Director for Specialised Services NHS England PO Box 16738 Redditch B97 9PT Dear Dr Palmer, On December 22nd, 2020, we wrote to you in your capacity as Medical Director for NHS Specialised Services regarding the panic and distress being...
As another trans woman shares her personal experiences of navigating the NHS, once again we are reminded of the all too familiar story of years-long waiting lists and the sense of abandonment this brings with it. On March 14th, 2021, @hypatheticgirl shared her...
