
Do you struggle with gender dysphoria, a desire to come out as trans, or dealing with the emotional challenges of transitioning? At Queer Notions Psychology in Shorewood, Illinois, Cynthia Doodeman, PsyD, helps you through your journey. She offers psychotherapy for an array of gender issues you may face as someone who identifies as transgender. Call her office to schedule an appointment, or use the online booking feature today.
request an appointmentWhat are gender issues?
Gender issues occur when you identify as a gender that doesn’t match your biological sex. For example, you might have been biologically born a male but identify as female. You might experience numerous emotions when deciding to come out as transgender, transition to a different gender, or have gender non-conforming (not male or female) tendencies.
Dr. Doodeman helps you navigate gender issues to find peace, happiness, and confidence in your gender identity. She tailors each treatment to your specific needs using client-centered approaches and always has your best interest at heart.
What are examples of common gender issues?
Some of the common issues transgender or gender non-conforming individuals may face include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Eating disorders
- Low self-esteem
- Non-acceptance
- Discrimination
- Bullying
- Fear of rejection
If you experience any of these mental health challenges, see Dr. Doodeman to work through them in a healthy, positive way.
How does my provider diagnose gender issues?
Dr. Doodeman can diagnose gender issues and how to best treat them after reviewing your mental and physical health histories.
She completes a comprehensive psychological examination by asking questions about your behaviors, thoughts, mood, emotions, and lifestyle before tailoring a personalized treatment best suited for you.
What happens during psychotherapy for gender issues?
Dr. Doodeman meets with you virtually once weekly, or as needed, for about an hour. She offers individualized counseling and couples therapy. She works with you to affirm your decisions, feel confident in your identity, and work toward self-acceptance and coming out to family members and friends.
If you’ve already come out and need support working through troublesome thoughts and emotions, Dr. Doodeman is here for you every step. She is highly trained in psychotherapy for the LGBTQIA+ community and has more than 20 years of experience.
She uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), emotion-focused therapy, experiential psychotherapy, and other highly effective methods to help you thrive physically, socially, and emotionally. She listens to your concerns and addresses them safely and compassionately.
If you struggle with gender issues and need support from a specialist, schedule an evaluation at Queer Notions Psychology by phone or online today.