Liberation-Centered, Trans-Affirming MH Provider Consultation Group
Your trans-affirming work is so important, and it’s also so fucking hard some days. No matter what you do, it may never feel like you’re doing enough.
You know that the goal is to support radical healing, but how are you supposed to help your clients when some days you can barely keep your head above water?
You can't keep up with all of the anti-trans legislation, and to be honest, you often tune it out to keep yourself from burning out.
You’re holding so much heaviness in your clinical work, and sometimes it feels like there's nowhere to go with it.
It's not that you don't believe in your clinical ability to support your clients, but there's something deeper missing.
You have been feeling isolated.
You have been pulling away from colleagues, friends, and family who don't have a pulse on how hard things are right now. You have queer and trans friends and colleagues, but you’re never sure how much to talk about things, because you don't want to bring anyone down. You also can't access most trans-centered support spaces with the same level of vulnerability, because the trans community is small and your clients are in those spaces as well.
You’re seeking a space with other trans-competent providers who ‘get it’.
When you do find connection and learning opportunities with other trans-friendly providers, it often results in you offering free labor to ‘good-intentioned’ providers. Even when you did find a space with higher standards for trans-competence, you were disappointed and confused to discover a culture of unhealthy, shaming dynamics, which hurts the very providers it was aiming to protect in the first place.
You feel fairly solid in your clinical skills overall in trans-affirming work, though you really want to continue learning and growing in community with other providers doing similar work who value the lived experiences of the trans & nonbinary community.
You want an intentional, intimate, and shame-free space that offers support for trans-competent providers who are already engaged in racial, gender, and body liberation work.
Liberation-Focused, Trans-Affirming MH Provider Consult Group
Virtual Professional Development, Connection, & Consultation through a Liberation Lens *(Currently In-Session)
For intermediate-to-advanced** trans-affirming mental health providers who work with the 2STGNB community.
Spring 2024: First Friday of the month, January to June. 11-1 PM EDT / 8-10 AM PST. Currently in-process, stay tuned for the next group.
Cost: $80-150 monthly based on Economic Justice Model, limited discounts and Pay What You Can spots available
Proposed Topics
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-Shaming versus being shamed
-Understanding your own shame reactions of moving toward, away, against during moments of vulnerability
-Imposter syndrome in queer & trans community, as well as in clinician spaces & nuanced power dynamics
-Not “nonbinary enough,” questioning the self, the pain of dysphoria
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-Anti-Blackness & anti-racism - differences in safety/disclosure/coming out for B.I.POC, sexuality & gender not totally separate
-Deep dive into gatekeeping, internalized ‘isms’, language, depathologizing gender dysphoria & diagnosis, WPATH criteria breakdown & updates to SOC8 + DSM-5-TR
-BMI, body image, & diet culture at intersection of dysphoria
-Neurodivergence - Autism, ADHD (+HSP)
-White Supremacy versus Whiteness versus White-Bodied
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-Specifics of various procedures, e.g., Peritoneal Pull-Through vaginoplasty
-A deeper dive into Psychological Considerations
-Changes to WPATH standards Version 8 versus 7
-Supporting letters for “cosmetic” procedures & appeal letters
-Conversations about BMI & weight in surgery prep
-Navigating surgical & medical settings with predominantly cis, straight, white surgeons
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-Charging based on what you need to create a sustainable & thriving business, not what told/ believe you’re worth (e.g., “we don’t do this for the money…”)
-Create an economic justice model of care & sliding tier model that allows for equity pricing
-Identifying, preventing, & moving through burnout vs. exploitation vs. compassion fatigue vs. moral injury
**Intermediate-to-Advanced Level: Providers are encouraged to have trans 101 experience and competence, as well as an understanding of power and oppression as it intersects with their clients and their own privileged and targeted identities related to race, gender, and body.
Hi! I’m addyson.
This group is offered by licensed psychologist and trans-competent clinician, Dr. addyson tucker (they/them.) You are invited to review addyson’s economic justice rate model, group & workshop consent form, telehealth consent form, as well as 'touchstones' that guide values and participation guidelines for trainings & workshops here.
Dr. addyson tucker, PsyD. WholeHearted Psych
Join me in an intentional and compassionate consultation space with other advanced trans-affirming providers doing liberation work.
BENEFITS of the Advanced Trans Consult Group
Trans-Affirming providers who participate in my advanced consultation groups build a sense of connection and belonging with other providers who have similar values and experience, while working toward gender, racial, and body liberation together.
In this collective and intentional space, you will strengthen your capacity to ‘hold the hard’ with self-compassion and shame resilience, as we continue to learn, grow, and hold each other accountable.
In addition to opportunities for connection, consulting, and accessing dozens of resources, this group will increase your confidence and competence in providing trans-affirming care.
WHO:
For Trans-Affirming and Trans-Centered Mental Health Providers (of all genders) who work with the Two-Spirit, Trans, & Nonbinary (2STGNB) community.
Ideal for those who have done groundwork related to racial, gender, & body liberation. For providers of all genders, identities, backgrounds, settings, and training who value trans-competent care and have an awareness of the impact of our intersectional identities & experiences in the room.
WHAT:
Trans-Affirming MH provider Adv. Consultation Group - Virtual Consultation & Professional Development For Trans-Centering Providers.
A different topic each month for professional development, followed by time for reflection, consultation, resource sharing, & professional + personal development.
Facilitated by a trans-centering provider who is a white, genderqueer, neurodivergent/ADHDer, & small fat person.
WHERE:
Virtual via secure Zoom Platform
For providers in any location or setting who can attend the monthly Friday group from 11-1PM eastern / 8-10AM pacific
WHEN:
Monthly Fridays | 11:00 am-1:00pm eastern
Start date requires a minimum of 5 registered. Once started, will meet monthly on Fridays, on the dates noted. Dates: Fall 2023 (9/29*, 11/3, & 12/1) and Spring 2024 (1/12*, 2/2, 3/1, 4/5, 5/3, & 6/7) 1st Fridays except noted dates, subject to change; no meeting in Oct 2023.
COST:
Economic Justice Tiers ($80 - $150) + Equity Tier
Rates based on economic justice, tiered equity pricing scale that considers your social location in terms of privilege/access to resources. Please consider the difference between making a sacrifice to pay for registration, versus whether paying would create economic hardship for you.
Tier A: $150/month [Standard Rate + Partial Sponsorship]
Tier B: $120/month [Standard Rate/Actual Cost]
Tier C: $80/month [Equity Pricing] for those for whom paying at Tier A and B would create financial hardship.
Early Bird 10% Discount:
For those who register for the group by the end of the day on 9/8/23, you’ll receive a 10% discount off of Tier A/B/C (not applicable for those requesting PWYC rate).
Register with code early-consult-2023 by end of day on 9/8/23
Tier D Equity Pricing:
For those for whom paying Tiers A/B/C would create financial hardship, limited** equity rate spots are available. Click here to submit your request for the PWYC Equity code to pay what you can up to $60/month.
**About Equity Pricing: Limited PWYC spots are available for all offerings (often utilized by those in communities that would not be able to afford to attend otherwise, e.g., trainees, those at multiple intersections of marginalization, etc.)
addyson tucker, PsyD. WholeHearted Psych
About the Facilitator:
I'm addyson (they/them), a genderqueer, nonbinary, inclusive therapist and trans-competent provider. I specialize in working with trans and nonbinary adults, and one of my favorite parts of this work is supporting the professional and personal development of the trans-competent providers who serve the 2STGNB community as well!
FAQs, Detailed Info, & Policies
Detailed information about registration can also be found in this summary document.
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A full list can be found at this link. Topics include discussion related to Shame resilience & self-compassion; body/fat liberation; racial/Black liberation; gender/trans liberation; gender-affirming surgery & assessment; & navigating professional concerns & managed care in a capitalistic structure.
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Providers are asked to commit to attending for 6 months. If you are uncertain about your decision to register and/or your availability to commit to a period of 6 months, please be sure to register for one of the upcoming info sessions to chat with addyson before registering.
After the initial 6-month period of participation, members will be invited to extend their commitment for the remaining scheduled groups for the 2023-2024 season (likely another 2-4 months) for continued deepening of topics that were discussed, and/or for additional topics that group members were interested in and/or that are relevant to the group’s interest & focus areas.
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Monthly recurring payment through a 3rd party stripe connection (via moonclerk) for the requested commitment period of 6 months. You are expected to pay for regardless of attendance, unless discussed with addyson otherwise. In the event that you are unable to attend for any reason, all materials will be provided as well as the opportunity to ask questions about what you missed.
If your ability to pay the agreed-upon amount changes at any point, please do not cancel your recurring payment. Instead, notify addyson ASAP to discuss options as they are able to modify and/or pause your payments if needed.
Monthly Payment Tiers:
Tier A: (Standard + Sponsor) -$150
Tier B: (Standard - Actual Cost) - $120
Tier C: (Discounted)- $80
Tier D: Equity Spot PWYC up to $60 ($79.99 base price before coupon!)
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Because of addyson’s time and effort spent creating and maintaining the material, preparing for facilitation, and paying for ongoing expansion of their skills and knowledge, participants are strongly encouraged to be sure about their decision to enroll prior to registering. If you are no longer interested or able to participate, please let addyson know ASAP (<>).
Once the group begins, refunds are not offered as billing is expected to continue as agreed in your registration. Any cancellation/refunds that are offered occur on a very limited basis in conversation with addyson and do not include the fees charged through the payment processor.
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There will be NO RECORDING of participant discussions (as a full group or within breakout groups) to respect privacy and to allow for vulnerable connection with others. Portions of the psychoeducational component of the material may be recorded in limited circumstances, with participant permission (e.g., to send to a group member who might be absent, to record a specific portion of content for sharing with community). Only the speakers and those that address the whole group off-mute will be recorded. All participants have the option to turn their camera off, rename themselves, and private message their questions to be read out loud by another if they do not wish to be recorded.
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Visual: White background, light blue, dark blue & pink blocks of text with image of dark skinned person with long black hair wearing a trans flag as a cape. Decorative gold diamond/stars throughout. Top left corner is addyson’s purple WP logo for Wholehearted Psych - addyson tucker, PsyD.
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LIBERATION-FOCUSED, ADVANCED TRANS-AFFIRMING MH PROVIDER CONSULT GROUP
More Info | http://whpsych.2.vu/adv-trans-consult
NOW REGISTERING, 2023-2024 Series, Monthly Fridays, Starting Sept 2023, (min of 5 to start)
Virtual Consultation & Professional Dev't through a Liberation Lens. (Intermediate-to-Advanced)
Trans-affirming Mental Health Providers who support the 2STGNB community (providers in any location, setting, credentials, & background)
This might be just what you've been looking for...Intentional, intimate, and compassionate support for trans-affirming providers; Connection and belonging with other professionals engaged in liberation-focused work; Professional development in a space that values accountability and radical healing; Greater confidence and competence for providing liberation-centered, trans-affirming care
Fall 2023 - Spring 2024 Dates: 9/29*- 11/3 - 12/1 - 1/12* - 2/2 - 3/1 - 4/5 - 5/3 - 6/7 (6 month commitment requested)
Time: 2-hours on Fridays from 11-1PM EDT | 8-10 AM PST
Economic Justice Tiers ($150 to $80 monthly)
Early Bird 10% Discount (register by 9/8/23)
Limited equity pricing (pay what you can up to $60)
More Info & Register: Go to whpsych.2.vu/adv-trans-consult
Questions? Email addyson@wholeheartedpsych.com
Drop-in info sessions on 8/25 & 9/8: Book at whpsych.2.vu/consult-drop-in
Wholehearted Psych (website link): www.wholeheartedpsych.com; addyson tucker, Psy.D. (they/them), Licensed Psychologist
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Summary Document: http://whpsych.2.vu/summary-adv-trans-consult
Event Page: http://whpsych.2.vu/adv-trans-consult
Schedule Info Drop-In: http://whpsych.2.vu/consult-drop-in
Direct Register: http://whpsych.2.vu/reg_adv_consult
PWYC Equity Rate Request: http://whpsych.2.vu/pwyc-adv-consult
PDF Flyer: http://whpsych.2.vu/pdf-adv-consult
JPG Flyer: http://whpsych.2.vu/jpg-adv-consult
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