This site was created in response to my own transition journey which began when I was still a minor. Navigating elements of transitioning to a transgender female was overwhelming, daunting, and exhilarating all at the same time. Throughout my transition I have realized many things, but the three that spurred me to create Teens in TRANSition are:

1. The support of my family has been crucial.

2. I am fortunate to live in a state where access to adolescent transgender medical care is protected by state law.

3. Even with a supportive family and access to appropriate medical treatment, figuring out where to begin and which providers to trust is a complicated and often confusing process.

 

The idea behind Teens in TRANSition is two-fold:

1. Encourage teens (and their allies) to advocate for their rights to receive appropriate medical care

2. Provide easy-to-find resources for teens in transition and those who support them to learn more and find community

 

If this site makes the transition process easier for even one teenager, I will consider it a success. Please share your own experiences and suggestions for additional resources that may help a fellow teen in transition.