GENDER DYSPHORIA SUPPORT
GENDER THERAPY IN CHICAGO
Wondering about your gender can feel overwhelming. Here, it’s safe to ask, to explore, and to take the time you need without pressure, without gatekeeping.
GENDER DYSPHORIA SUPPORT
GENDER THERAPY IN CHICAGO
Wondering about your gender can feel overwhelming. Here, it’s safe to ask, to explore, and to take the time you need without pressure, without gatekeeping.
GENDER THERAPY
AFFIRMING CARE FOR GENDER EXPLORERS
Exploring your gender can feel exciting, confusing, or overwhelming. You may be wondering if you’re trans, nonbinary, or simply curious about why certain feelings keep returning. Therapy gives you a place to slow down and sort through it without judgment.
Does Questioning Mean I’m Trans?
Not necessarily. Questioning your gender is an important step in understanding yourself, but it doesn’t mean you have to identify as transgender. Some people discover they are trans. Others find they don’t fit neatly into traditional gender roles but don’t take on the trans label. Both experiences are valid. What matters is finding what feels right for you. Transitioning—socially, medically, or both—is always your choice.
My Approach
I’m Troy Johnson, LCSW, a gender-nonconforming therapist with over a decade of experience supporting transgender and nonbinary clients. My approach is collaborative and affirming. This is therapy that meets you where you are, not where a checklist says you should be. I reject gatekeeping. My goal is to provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore, reflect, and grow at your own pace. Humor, honesty, and deep respect are cornerstones of my work.
Getting Started
You’ve already taken a courageous step by being here. The next step is simple: book a free chemistry call to see if we’re a fit, or schedule a first session directly. You don’t have to have everything figured out before starting. Gender therapy is where the exploration begins.
GENDER THERAPY MIGHT BE FOR YOU
Every journey is unique. Here’s how gender therapy can support you and your loved ones:
Family and Ally Support
Therapy for parents, partners, and loved ones navigating questions of gender identity. Build understanding, strengthen relationships, and create affirming support at home.
Transgender & Nonbinary Care
Affirming therapy for transgender and nonbinary clients at every stage of transition. A safe space to explore identity, manage dysphoria, and plan next steps.
Questioning & Exploration
Not sure if you’re trans, nonbinary, or somewhere in between? Therapy offers a judgment-free space to ask questions, find clarity, and define what feels true for you.
LGBTQ Families & Community
Support for LGBTQ families and chosen families. Together we explore identity, connection, and resilience—celebrating diversity and building strong support networks.
WHY GENDER THERAPY?
Gender therapy is a supportive, affirming space where you can explore your gender identity without pressure or gatekeeping. It’s about asking questions, reflecting on your experiences, and discovering what feels true for you. Some clients come to therapy with a clear sense of their identity but want help navigating transition. Others arrive unsure, simply curious about what their feelings mean. Wherever you are, you belong here.
Who It’s For
People questioning if they might be transgender, nonbinary, or gender-expansive
Individuals experiencing gender dysphoria in daily life
Anyone considering social or medical transition
Partners, parents, or family members who want to better understand gender identity
What We Focus On
Each session is customized to your needs. Together, we might:
Explore your feelings and lived experiences related to gender
Build confidence and resilience in affirming who you are
Navigate social transition steps like names, pronouns, and relationships
Prepare for medical transition, write letters of support, or connect you with trusted providers
Process the impact of gender dysphoria on mental health, body image, and daily functioning
Identify sources of support, both personal and community-based
FULLY INCLUSIVE SUPPORT
SUPPORT FOR YOU AND YOUR COMMUNITY
Whether you’re exploring your own gender, navigating transition, seeking guidance as a family, or building strength within your LGBTQ community, you will find affirming care here.