This is something we know well as pediatric and adolescent specialists. Every child has a different way of expressing gender and some may express themselves in ways that are different from what we expect. Many gender expansive children are comfortable with the sex they were assigned at birth. However, there are times when a child may assert a gender identity that is different from, or not consistent with, the sex they were assigned at birth. Every child has a different way of expressing gender and some may express themselves in ways that are different from what we expect:.
Navigating gender journeys can be a deeply personal experience for children, youth and their families. The team at the Gender Support Program knows how important it is to connect and engage with patients and their loved ones wherever they are on their journeys.
Our care teams are here to support patients and loved ones every step of the way. Our experts provide mental health therapy services for transgender and gender-expansive children and youth.
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