TransForming Parenthood:
A group for parents of trans and gender diverse children.

Has your child come out as trans? Non-binary? Genderqueer? 

Learning that your child or teen is trans or gender diverse can be a surprise and comes with a variety of emotions and questions. Many parents of trans and gender diverse kids feel isolated and struggle to understand what their child is going through. 

TransForming Parenthood is a safe, nonjudgmental space to share your journey with your child’s gender identity, learn about gender development, resources and medical care and connect with other parents who are navigating the joys and challenges of raising trans and gender-diverse young people. You will have the opportunity to explore your hopes and fears for your child, get answers to the questions you have, feel less isolated, gain better access to feelings of curiosity, compassion and confidence and show up for your trans or gender diverse child in the way that you want to.

In this group, we will explore topics that are important to the participants. These may include::

• Gender identities and language

• Gender development

• Parental grief and fears

• Self care and support

• Supporting your trans child or teen through transition and beyond

• Gender affirming medical care

What you can expect: A warm and inviting space to learn, grow, share your experiences and receive support. Each session will include an opening meditation, check-in, topic exploration and closing.

About the Group Leader: Jen Braveman is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, a former camp director and the parent of two amazing non-binary humans. She has worked with parents and families of trans children to successfully help them navigate the emotional, relational and logistical challenges of this transition. You can read more about Jen and her therapy philosophy here.  

Who: Parent/Caregiver of trans or gender diverse child/teens * Participation is for one parent/caregiver

When: Tuesdays from 7:00-8:15pm for six weeks. Now enrolling! Group will begin once registration is full.

Where: Virtually, open to participants located in MD, DC, and VA

Cost: $95 per week, paid in full - Reduced fee and weekly payment options are available with prior arrangement with the group leader

**Check with your insurance to see if they offer coverage for group therapy.