Questions one might ask and things one should look for when finding a good therapist. Short of having the luck that someone can recommend a therapist they personally know to be good in the person's vicinity, I'm sure there are telltale signs for certain quirks, and specific questions that can reveal a therapist's attitude a little, that one could pay attention to on an initial meeting.
I certainly know that for me, the only reason I haven't started therapy yet is that I have absolutely no idea how I can find a trustworthy and well-educated therapist in my city. Especially when you hear all these horror tales about extreme prejudices, mistreatment, manipulation and even sexual harassment.
I have absolutely no idea how I can find a trustworthy and well-educated therapist in my city. Have you asked other Trans people? That's how you find them.
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Date: 2009-05-04 08:01 pm (UTC)I certainly know that for me, the only reason I haven't started therapy yet is that I have absolutely no idea how I can find a trustworthy and well-educated therapist in my city. Especially when you hear all these horror tales about extreme prejudices, mistreatment, manipulation and even sexual harassment.
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Date: 2009-05-22 01:30 am (UTC)Have you asked other Trans people? That's how you find them.
Start at http://t-vox.org/index.php?title=Therapists_by_region . Everyone listed there comes recommended by Trans people, unless they have a note saying otherwise.