by Caleb Weinhardt | Aug 18, 2024
Trans/nonbinary people have high rates of negative experiences with service providers and professionals. It is critical that agencies assess the organizations and individuals they refer clients to, in order to minimize further harm for trans clients.
by Caleb Weinhardt | Aug 16, 2024
Many large institutions, like hospitals, are often not well-staffed, -trained, or -skilled in supporting individuals who have experienced sexual harm. Many, also do not have policies, procedures, and training in place for transgender patients to be most effectively...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Aug 15, 2024
Effective and accurate charting is essential for forensic exams and in providing care to trans survivors that minimizes harm. This tip sheet does not address legal ramifications for charting. Providers are encouraged to consult with their healthcare facility, local...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Aug 14, 2024
People who have a uterus and ovaries may be able to get pregnant, even if they do not regularly menstruate/bleed. If a person is on testosterone, it generally stops menstruation after several months of use but is not a guaranteed pregnancy prevention medication. Learn...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Aug 13, 2024
After sexual assault or a forensic exam, any survivor may need new clothing or other basic materials. For trans and nonbinary survivors, having access to specific supplies is not only important in maintaining a positive sense of self and mental health, but is also...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Aug 12, 2024
Advocates can help with safety planning. Medical advocates are already prepared to assist with safety planning related to sexual violence and medical concerns. When working with trans/nonbinary survivors, advocates should continue to use empowerment-based advocacy,...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Aug 11, 2024
Pronouns are the words we use to describe people when we don’t use their name (for example, we and their are pronouns). People use pronouns all the time. The most common third-person pronouns are he, she, and they. Using the correct pronouns for people is an important...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Aug 10, 2024
Medical advocates play many roles in supporting trans/nonbinary survivors of sexual assault. This includes normalizing their experiences, providing emotional support, accompanying them through medical events, sharing information, and offering relevant referrals and...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Apr 3, 2024
When looking for a therapist, it’s helpful to know what different titles mean. Mental health providers usually have one or abbreviations behind their name which can tell you about their training background and approach to therapy. However, it’s always a...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Jan 3, 2024
While it’s ideal to have a therapist who is both knowledgeable about gender-related issues and informed about sexual assault and trauma, sometimes we may have to choose one or the other. Here are some questions to consider that can help you decide what kind of...
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