When you consult with us at Authentic Alliance, we discuss how to help clients gain clarity around their identity and expression. We find creative options for gender changes and self-expression, many of which may be outside of the gender binary. Race, sexuality, class, relationship status, neurotype, abilities, health, and religion all have an impact on gender identity. These factors influence gender expression and the speed at which a person makes changes. We can discuss factors at play when clients re-transition or move to another gendered place on their life path. Our psychiatrist on staff can consult with other psychiatrists beginning to work with gender diverse clients. Consultation with us helps you feel more confident to do your work as a clinician with LGBTQIA+ clients across the lifespan. Book a complimentary 15 minute meeting or a full consultation session today.
We decenter binary thinking and work to avoid using a cisgender lens.
Clinical Consultation with Lisette Lahana, LCSW
Since 2002, I’ve been teaching therapists about gender identity, exploration, and body changes. I am a WPATH GEI SOC8 Certified Member and Certified WPATH Mentor. I am also a Consultation Group Facilitator for the LGBT Clinical Academy of Santa Clara County, CA. I have experience working in private practice settings, hospitals, behavioral health centers, and a multi-disciplinary gender clinic. I have facilitated consult groups since 2003 and find that format helps therapists build clinical community and grow their skills more quickly.
We work to combat forms of bias in our work, such as cissexism, transphobia, homophobia, and white supremacy, which have been present since this field’s inception.
With over 25 years of experience as a generalist, I also enjoy consulting with therapists on general mental health as well as on clients coming into their sexuality.
As a cisgender therapist serving the gender diverse community, I feel it is important to contribute monthly to an organization like the Transgender Law Center and their Black LGBTQIA+ Migrant Project. All cis therapists, whose careers are in some way related to treating the suffering and injustice towards TGD folks, might consider doing the same.
Clinical Consultation with Hilary Grubb, M.D.
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Book a free introductory conversation or schedule a 25- or 50-minute consultation to discuss what you are looking for support with. Let’s navigate the complexities of gender identity, clinical best practices, and inclusive care. Reduced fees are available.
