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RCSW Trans and Non-Binary Resource Guide

Compiled by Milena Insalaco and Bella Ciardi

 

These businesses, organizations, and people have been researched for inclusion on the list. This list is not all encompassing; there are many more safe-spaces (online or in person) for transgender and non-binary people at a local, state, and national level. RCSW is unable to guarantee that all of these people and organizations will have a high degree of knowledge and sensitivity surrounding all Transgender and Non-Binary issues. RCSW is not legally responsible for your encounters. However if you do experience discrimination by any of these businesses please let us know so we can adjust the list accordingly. Additionally, we want to include resources you have found useful as well- please share your ideas for inclusion on this list with info@rochestercenterforsexualwellness.com. 

Table of Contents

 

Table of Contents

Organizations and Resources

Books about Gender and Gender Expression

Mental Health Professionals

Community Support Groups

Voice Therapy

Medical and Health

Haircuts and Hair Removal

Gender Affirming Clothing

Legal Name/ Gender Marker Change Resources

Resources Designed for Transgender & Non-Binary People by Transgender & Non-Binary People

Organizations and Resources

  • Rochester.lgbt- https://rochester.lgbt/
    • Provides educational workshops, socialization opportunities, peer support groups, and referrals for resources and services
    • RocLGBTQTogether@gmail.com
  • The Safe Zone Initiative- https://www.theszinitiative.org/ 
    • Hosts trainings on a variety of LGBTQ issues, some result in a certification
    • Rochester, NY
    • Email: info@theszinitiative.org
  • Rochester Black Pride- https://www.facebook.com/RocBlackPride/
    • Organizes events in Rochester for Black LGBTQ community
  • Center for Youth- https://www.centerforyouth.net/ 
    • Long-term and short-term housing offered at the Arnett House for LGBTQ and trafficked homeless youth
    • 905 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14620
    • (585)-473-2464
  • Rochester Rainbow Union- https://rochesterrainbowunion.com/
    • New York State’s largest community center LGBTQIA+ library collection
    • Open Sunday 2 PM-4 PM, Wednesday 6 PM-8 PM
    • 50 Prince Street (Entrance on College Avenue in the United Way Parking Lot) Rochester, NY 14607
  • CenterLink LGBTQ Community Center Member Directory- https://www.lgbtqcenters.org/LGBTCenters
    • Enter your state, province, or country to find the nearest LGBTQ center
  • Hudson’s FTM Resource Guide- http://www.ftmguide.org/ 
    • This is an old website but it still has good resources about being FTM including but not limited to links to brands that have small clothing and shoe sizes, information about testosterone, information on grooming, and information about being masculine/male presenting 
  • Trevor Project- https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ – 
    • Advocacy, research and services to raise awareness about and prevent suicide of LGBTQ youth (under 25) 
    • “Our trained counselors are here to support you 24/7. If you are a young person in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgement-free place to talk, call the Trevor Lifeline now at 1-(866)-388-7386.”
  • PFLAG Ithaca/Cortland – https://pflag.org/chapter/pflag-ithacacortland 
    • Family and Ally Organization
    • Phone: (607)-423-1078
    • Email: contact@pflagithacacortland.com
  • Family Counseling Service’s LGBTQ Programs- https://fcsfl.org/lgbtq-program 
    • Programs are Safe Zone Training, The Trans*/Gender Expansive Coalition of the Finger Lakes, Square One, Haven, and YANA (You are Not Alone)
    • Phone: (315) 789-2613 (Geneva)/(585) 394-8220 (Canandaigua)/(315) 331-8493 (Newark)
    • Email: lgbtq@fcsfl.org
  • SAGE Upstate- https://www.sageupstate.org/ 
    • Syracuse, NY
    • Events and Programs for older LGBTQ people
    • Phone: (315)-478-1923
  • The Cortland LGBT Center- https://cortlandlgbtqcenter.org/ 
  • Pride Center of Western New York- http://www.pridecenterwny.org/WhatWereHereFor 
    • Events, volunteer opportunities, HIV Prevention advocacy, and resources 
    • Buffalo, NY
    • Phone: (716)-852-7743
  • Identity Youth- https://www.idyouth.org/ 
    • Programs and educational resources
    • Binghamton, NY
    • Phone: (607)-651-9120
    • Email: info@idyouth.org
  • Ithaca Transgender Support Group- http://www.ithacatransgendergroup.com/ 
    • Hosts peer-led biweekly meetings on Sundays in Ithaca
    • Educational and community resources for trans* people
    • Email: hello@ithacatransgendergroup.com
  • Planned Parenthood
    • Out For Health (a project of planned parenthood)- https://www.outforhealth.org/ 
    • QueerTips (a project of Southern Finger Lakes Planned Parenthood) –https://queertips.org/ 
    • Providing outreach, education, technical assistance, and support for gender affirming care
    • Phone Number for Transgender Care: (607) 216-0021 x2308
    • Email: lgbt@ppsfl.org
    • Devon Ritz (PPSFL trans and non-binary patient manager): devon.ritz@ppsfl.org
  • The MOCHA Center (Part of Trillium Health)- https://www.trilliumhealth.org/patient-and-community-services/mocha-center 
    • Events and services for LGBTQ people of color surrounding sexual health and wellness
    • Rochester, NY
  • Trans Youth Family Allies- http://www.imatyfa.org/index.html
    • An organization with a goal of eradicating violence towards transgender and non-binary youths through educating legislatures, teachers, healthcare workers, etc, and by  creating social support for transgender and non-binary  youths
    • Educational Resources 
    • Phone: (888)-462-8932

Books about Gender and Gender Expression

Picture Books:

  • I am Jazz by Jessica Jerthal and Jazz Jennings
    • A book about discovering one’s gender identity.
  • Introducing Teddy: A gentle story about gender and friendship by Jessica Walton
    • A book designed for young children about a teddy bear that comes out as a girl.
  • When Aidan Became a Brother by Kyle Lukoff
    • A book about a transgender boy who is going to be a big brother. He worries people will assume the wrong gender of the baby just as people did with him.
  • Red: A Crayon’s Story by Michael Hall
    • A story about a crayon that is labeled red but realizes that they are actually blue. 
  • It Feels Good To Be Yourself: A book about Gender Identity by Theresa Thorn
    • This book is quite factual, however it is a great resource to learn about what being cisgender/transgender/non-binary is and what does that mean?
  • My Princess Boy by Cherl Kilodavis
    • A book about gender expression. This book is designed for young children.
  • Jack (Not Jackie) by Erica Silverman
    • This book is about a sister not understanding that their sibling is coming out as a boy. It is good for families where a similar situation is occurring to help the siblings understand, however it may not be good to read to a child who is transitioning.

 

Teen and Adult Books:

 

Books about Sexuality in the Trans Community (and books about sex that are trans-inclusive):

Online Support Materials

 

Mental Health Professionals

Therapists with experience with transgender clients:

Please note that many of these therapists may not be accepting clients right now. Please refer to the website linked before calling. When you reach out please add if this is for a second letter of referral for surgery.

Monroe County:

  • Rochester Center for Sexual Wellness- https://rochestercenterforsexualwellness.com/ 
    • When making an appointment for the intake, share that this is to discuss transgender/gender identity/gender dysphoria and ask to be paired with one of our therapists who have completed WPATH training.
    • Offers a variety of services regarding gender care including but not limited to counseling and support for gender exploration, letters for gender affirming surgeries and hormone therapy, name and gender marker change assistance, medication management for gender affirmation for adults on an informed consent model, and linkage to surgeons for gender affirming surgeries, fertility centers and other support
    • Contact Page: https://rochestercenterforsexualwellness.com/contact-us/ 
    • Phone: 585-865-3584
    • Email: info@rochestercenterforsexualwellness.com
  • Jamie Kenyon- https://www.jamielkenyon.com/ 
    • Variety of specializations including LGBTQ and questioning
    • Works with adults (>18 years old)
    • Offers individual, couples, relationship, and family therapy
    • Rochester, NY
    • Phone: (585)-319-4547
    • Email: counseling@jamielkenyon.com 
  • Maxwell Wallace (he/him)- https://www.drmaxwallace.com/ 
    • Works with a variety of issues including anxiety and depression, men’s issues, LGBTQ issues, guilt/shame, identity/finding meaning in life, life changes, loss/grief, and sexual concerns
    • Rochester, NY
    • Phone: (585)-449-0125
    • Email: info@drmaxwallace.com
  • Pamela J Harwood (she/her)- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/pamela-j-harwood-honeoye-falls-ny/69349 
    • Specializes in a variety of issues including treating trauma, anxiety, drug and alcohol problems, behavioral difficulties with children, parenting issues, and people suffering with major mental illness
    • Uses a variety of treatments including art therapy
    • Works with Children (age 3 to 18) 
    • Honeoye Falls, NY
    • Phone: (585)-770-7215
  • Lily Wolf (she/her)- https://www.lilywolflmft.com/ 
    • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AASECT certified Sex Therapist
    • Works with a variety of issues including depression & anxiety, sexual orientation & identity concerns, grief and loss, family conflict, acute & past trauma, life transitions, and creative crises
    • Rochester, NY
    • Phone: (585)-210-3290
    • Email: lilywolflmft@gmail.com
  • Genesee Behavioral Health Center- https://www.rochesterregional.org/locations/alexander-park/genesee-mental-health-center 
    • When making an appointment for the intake, share that this is to discuss transgender/gender identity/gender dysphoria and ask to be paired with a therapist who feels comfortable discussing gender identity concerns (there are many, one is Dennis Drew)
    • Works with Adults (>18 years old)
    • Rochester, NY
    • Phone: (585)-922-7770
  • Mckenzie Smallcomb (she/her)- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mckenzie-smallcomb-rochester-ny/818501 
    • Specializes in a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, and stress related to life’s transitions
    • Has extensive experience working with clients who are exploring gender
    • Works with Teens and Adults
    • Rochester, NY
    • Phone: (585)-449-6380
  • Emma Forbes Jones- http://www.forbesjones.com/ 
    • Specializes in Gender Health
    • Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychologist
    • Phone: (585)-244-2429
    • Rochester, NY
  • Johnny Sparrow, LCSW – https://jsparrowcounseling.squarespace.com/
    • Specializes in LGBTQ+ affirmative treatment
    • Phone: (585) 957-0447
    • Rochester, NY
  • Whole Wellness- https://www.wholewellnessservices.com/
    • Medical and wellness center that provides mental health counseling, functional & naturopathic medicine, lab testing, psychological evaluation, psychiatry, health coaching, life coaching, therapy groups, workshops, yoga, reiki, retreats, testing & diagnosis, and more.  
    • “All of our therapists & physicians are LGBTQ+ allies and have worked within this community therapeutically. We also support and work with all types of intimate relationship styles when providing couples and individual work. We are special population and BIPOC aligned.”
    • Pittsford Location: 56 N. Main Street, Pittsford, NY 14534 
    • Rochester Location: 1545 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14610
    • Greece Location: 95 Canal Landing Blvd. Suite #7, Rochester, NY 14626
    • 585-524-0008 
    • contact@wholewellnessservices.com 
  • The Rainbow Couch- https://www.therainbowcouch.com/
    • Emma Wolford, LCSW-R
    • Provides therapy and groups for older teens, college students, and adults
    • 1100 S. Goodman St., Suite 320, Rochester, NY 14620
    • 585-440-7107
  • Held & Free Psychotherapy- https://www.heldandfreetherapy.com/
    • Leah Batey, LMHCP
    • Specializes in self-esteem and identity development
    • 2480 Browncroft Blvd. Suite 254, Rochester, NY 14625
    • 585-371-8668
  • Annalise Masten-Muniz, LMHC, CASAC- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/annalise-masten-muniz-rochester-ny/1167468
    • Specializes in working with college students, the LGBTQ+ community, transgender and non-binary clients, trauma, boundary setting, substance use disorders, and relationship concerns 
    • (585) 572-5692 
  • Jada N. Howcroft, Marriage & Family Therapist- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/jada-n-howcroft-rochester-ny/1003909
    • Specializes in treating trauma, LGBTQ+, and sexual abuse in adults 
    • (585) 648-1047 
    • Rochester and Ithaca locations
  • Amy Stephens Heutmaker, MHC-LP- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/amy-stephens-heutmaker-rochester-ny/1198463
    • Specializes in anxiety, depression, substance use, LGBTQ+, life transitions, and is sex positive for teens and adults
    • (585) 653-3997 
  • Sam Dinga, LMHC- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/sam-dinga-rochester-ny/1056263
    • Specializes in working with LGBTQIA+ adolescents and adults and treating anxiety, depression, and personality disorders in teens and adults. Also experienced with Deaf culture
    • (585) 479-3478 
  • Leah Garbowski, LMHC- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/leah-garbowski-webster-ny/1005137
    • Specializes in treating anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ+, and sexual abuse in adults 
    • 585-229-8556
  • Mind, Body and Soul Counseling: Queer Wellness Center- https://www.mbascounseling.com/queer-wellness-center
    • Has therapy for individuals, families, couples, and groups 
    • 333 W. Commercial St. 3rd Floor East Rochester, NY 14445 
    • (585) 545-9362
  • Asha Gozzelin, LMSW- https://www.thesacredsadhana.com/
    • Specializes in mental/physical health issues and identity development, along with many other topics including LGBTQ+ 
    • 1-585-210-9833 
    • AGozzelin@gmail.com 
    • Tree of Hope 2300 East Ave, Rochester NY 14610 (Also works virtually) 
  • Brooke LaLone, LMFT- https://www.brookelalonelmft.com/
    • Neurodiversity-affirming couples and trauma therapist
    • 585-727-7685
    • hello@brookelalonelmft.com  
    • 1681 Empire Blvd, Building #2, Webster, NY 14580
  • Heather Elston, LCSW-R- https://www.heatherelston.com/
    • Specializes in navigating life transitions, improving relationships, and overcome obstacles to emotional health
    • 585-484-9022
    • Located near Panorama Trail on Rochester’s Eastside

 

Tompkins County:

  • Mary Kate Lenihan, MA, LMFT (she/her)- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mary-kate-lenihan-dryden-ny/409711 
    • Specializes in family conflict, life transitions, and relationship issues
    • Marriage and Family therapist 
    • Works with teens and adults (>14 years old)
    • Dryden, NY
    • Phone: +1-(855)-286-2210
  • Beth Cohen, Ph.D. (she/her)- https://www.bbethcohenphd.com/ 
    • Works with a variety of issues including but not limited to women’s and men’s gender issues, transgender emergence, minority stress, stigma, and discrimination, human sexuality, sexual orientation, trauma, abuse, and victimization
    • Member of WPATH
    • Works with older adolescents and adults (age 16 and up)
    • Ithaca, NY
    • Phone: (607)-319-5778
    • Email: george@bbethcohenphd.com
  • Family and Children’s Services of Ithaca- https://www.fcsith.org/ 
    • When making an appointment for the intake, share that this is to discuss transgender/gender identity/gender dysphoria and ask to be paired with a therapist who feels comfortable discussing gender identity concerns
    • Ithaca, NY
    • Phone:(607)-273-7494
    • Email: info@fcsith.org 
    • Individual, group, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy
    • Works primarily with people who struggle with esteem and self-worth, issues with anxiety, depression, and people with a history of trauma
    • Ithaca, NY
    • Phone: (607)-227-2211
    • Email: sukimontgomeryhall@gmail.com

 

Broome County:

  • Patricia Jordan- https://peacefulpathwayscounseling.com/ 
    • Peaceful Pathways Counseling
    • Specilizes in a variety of issues including LGBT issues (specifically transgender), weight loss, dealth, grief, serious illness, and people suffering with mental health disorders.
    • Uses a mix of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Existential, Emotional Freedom Technique, Spiritual, and mindfulness.
    • Works with individuals and couples
    • Vestal, NY
    • Phone: (607)-953-4125

 

Onondaga County:

  • Anna Bailey Psy.D. (she/they)- annabaileypsyd.com 
    • Works with a variety of issues including but not limited to LGBTQ issues, mood disorders, and racial identity
    • Syracuse, NY
    • Phone: (315) 400-2205
    • Email: drannabailey@gmail.com
  • Kelly Richards Psy.D. (she/her)- http://www.kellyrichardspsyd.com/ 
    • Works with a variety of issues including but not limited to LGBTQ issues, identity concerns, history of abuse/trauma, career and academic stress, and anger
    • Specializes in working with people with marginalized genders and sexualities and those who have experienced trauma/abuse
    • Works with adults (>18 years old)
    • Syracuse, NY
    • Phone: (315)-313-4031
  • Alkira: The Center for Couples and Family Therapy- https://www.alkiratherapy.com/ 
    • When making an appointment for the intake, share that this is to discuss transgender/gender identity/gender dysphoria and ask to be paired with a therapist who feels comfortable discussing gender identity concerns
    • Works with couples and families
    • Syracuse and New Hartford, NY
    • Phone: (315)-492-1390
  • Daran Shipman (he/him)- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/daran-shipman-syracuse-ny/114553 
    • Specializes in transgender, life transitions, relationship issues
    • Works with Preteens, teenagers, and adults (>11 years old)
    • Syracuse, NY
    • Phone: +1-(303) 569-4542

 

Chemung County:

  • Family Services of the Chemung County- https://www.familyservicesofchemung.com/
    • When making an appointment for the intake, share that this is to discuss transgender/gender identity/gender dysphoria and ask to be paired with a therapist who feels comfortable discussing gender identity concerns
    • Elmira, NY
    • Phone: (607)-733-5696
  • Clinical Associates of the Southern Tier- https://www.clinicalassociates.org/ 
    • When making an appointment for the intake, share that this is to discuss transgender/gender identity/gender dysphoria and ask to be paired with a therapist who feels comfortable discussing gender identity concerns
    • Corning, Elmira, Ithaca, Bath, NY
    • Phone: (607)-936-1771

 

Cortland County:

  • Karen Dudgeon- https://kdpsychotherapy.com/ 
    • Works with a variety of issues including but not limited to anxiety, sleep problems, and depression
    • Works with a variety of techniques and types of therapy including Trauma-informed practice and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    • Works with children, caregivers, families, and teens
    • Cortland, NY
    • Phone: (877)-867-4666
  • Maureen Kiely (she/they)- http://maureenkielycounselor.com/
    • Works with a variety of issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, family relationships, and interpersonal problems.
    • Works with Adults
    • Cortland, NY
    • Phone:(607)-745-4066
    • Email: maureenkielycounselor@gmail.com

 

Oneida County:

  • Alkira: The Center for Couples and Family Therapy- https://www.alkiratherapy.com/ 
    • When making an appointment for the intake, share that this is to discuss transgender/gender identity/gender dysphoria and ask to be paired with a therapist who feels comfortable discussing gender identity concerns
    • Works with couples and families
    • Syracuse and New Hartford, NY
    • Phone: (315)-492-1390

 

Chautauqua County:

 

Steuben County: 

  • Clinical Associates of the Southern Tier- https://www.clinicalassociates.org/ 
    • When making an appointment for the intake, share that this is to discuss transgender/gender identity/gender dysphoria and ask to be paired with a therapist who feels comfortable discussing gender identity concerns
    • Corning, Elmira, Ithaca, Bath, NY
    • Phone: (607)-936-1771

 

Cayuga County:

 

Rensselaer County:

 

Essex County:

  • The Liberated Porch- https://www.theliberatedporch.com/
    • Kit Morgan, LCSW
    • LGBTQIA+ liberation-oriented therapy that is religious trauma informed and gender affirming
    • 1936 Saranac Ave., No. 3, PMB 428, Lake Placid, NY 12946
    • 518-217-2871

 

Kings County:

 

If you are a therapist, there is a  local facebook group that link clinicians doing this work: LGBQ+/TGNC+ Affirming Providers of Upstate NY

 

Community Support Groups

  • Gender Valley Gender Variants- https://www.facebook.com/groups/GVGenderVariants/ 
    • Group for people who are gender expansive (exploring gender or are trans* and/or non-binary)
    • Weekly hybrid meetings Thursdays in-person at Equal Grounds Coffee Shop (750 South Ave. Rochester, NY, 14620)  as well as virtually from 6-8pm
    • https://discord.gg/QpM5E7gJy8
  • Ithaca Transgender Support Group- http://www.ithacatransgendergroup.com/ 
  • TransGeneration 
    • A monthly group for all ages of transgender, nonbinary and gender expansive people to explore gender in a positive and affirming environment.
    • Text “transgeneration” to 716.274.5616 to sign up for text notifications about Transgeneration!
    • 1st Tuesday meetings are held at Spot Coffee 225 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
    • 3rd Monday meetings will be held at The Pride Center from 6:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
    • http://www.pridecenterwny.org/Services/Support/TransGeneration
  • Gender Expansive Kids Group
    • A support group for young people, with a focus on LGBTQ+ identities, age-appropriate sexual health information (including testing/PrEP), navigating support systems, and resource building
    • Meets monthly at 259 Monroe Avenue
    • Contact lgbthealth@trilliumhealth.org for more information
  • Trans Teen Support Group
    • A support group for all transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive young people ages 13-17
    • Meets monthly at 170 Science Parkway
    • Contact lgbthealth@trilliumhealth.org for more information
  • Caregivers of Gender Diverse Youth Support Group- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/groups/caregivers-of-gender-diverse-youth-support-group-rochester-ny/196848
    • Led by McKenzie Smallcomb
    • Space for caregivers to discuss common experiences and obtain parenting resources 
    • Meets every Tuesday from 6:30 PM-7:30 PM 
  • Q Chat Space- https://www.qchatspace.org/
    • Online community of live chats for LGBTQ+ teens
  • Les Gather- https://www.lesgather.net/
    • Monthly social events for queer women, gender non-conforming people, and allies to come together in a safe and welcoming community
    • info@lesgather.net
  • Next Generation Men of Transition- https://www.ngmt18.com/meet
    • Hosts Meet & Greet: A safe zone for men of transition to discuss, educate, motivate, encourage & support each other through all of life’s transitions
    • 2nd and 4th Monday of each month via Zoom from 8 PM-10 PM
    • brittan@ngmt18.com
  • PFLAG Rochester- https://linktr.ee/rochesterpflag
    • Conducts virtual and in person meetings in an affirming environment for the LGBTQIA+ community and their parents, family, and friends
    • 585-993-3297
    • RochesterPFLAG@gmail.com
    • https://www.facebook.com/PFLAGRochester
  • TransParent- https://transparentusa.org/
    • Rochester Chapter Meetings
      • 2nd Tuesday of each month
      • 6:30 PM-8 PM
    • Email rochester.ny@transparentusa.org to contact the chapter leader and confirm meeting details

 

Voice Therapy

 

Medical and Health

Cosmetic and Gender Affirming Surgery:

Primary Care Providers:

Please note that many of these doctors and organizations may not be accepting clients right now. Please refer to the website linked before calling.

 

Obstetrics and Gynecology:

Other Related Medical Care:

 

Gender Affirming Medical Treatment (Hormone Treatment):

 

Haircuts and Hair Removal

 

Gender Affirming Clothing

  • TomBoyX- https://tomboyx.com/ (international shipping available)
    • Gender affirming clothing, including compression tops
  • UrBody- https://urbody.co/ (international shipping available)
    • Gender affirming clothing (specifically underwear), including compression top
  • Mars Wright Clothing-  https://marswright.com/ (international shipping available)
    • Mars Wright (he/him) is a trans artist who makes gender affirming clothing (some are specifically designed to look more masculine) and clothes that celebrate trans joy.
  • The Fluxion- https://thefluxion.com/
    • Chest binders that accommodate to the sensory needs of individuals
  • The Phluid Project- https://thephluidproject.com/
    • National LGBT Chamber of Commerce certified clothing brand that creates inclusive clothing and has multiple resources on their website
  • List of Gender-Affirming Clothing Brands: https://www.folxhealth.com/library/gender-affirming-clothing-brands-to-support-year-round
  • Trillium Health Binder Finder and Gender Outfit Program
    • This program assists those seeking to change their appearance to better align with their gender identity. They can also answer questions, provide safety information, and explain how to properly clean and maintain a garment.
    • Email lgbthealth@trilliumhealth.org for more information

 

Legal Name/ Gender Marker Change Resources

  • Jenny Lewis Holmes- https://www.nixonpeabody.com/en/team/holmes-jenny-l 
  • Sharmaine Heng- https://www.nixonpeabody.com/people/heng-sharmaine
    • Pro Bono & Social Impact Director
    • Phone: (202) 585-8817
    • Email: sheng@nixonpeabody.com
  • Ryan Mullaney
    • LGBT Rights Project Paralegal at Empire Justice Center
    • Can offer referral to regional and state organizations to help with name change 
    • Can provide a do-it-yourself guide for name changes for people who want to file themselves 
    • Telesca Center for Justice 
    • Phone: (585) 295-5835
    • Email: rmullaney@empirejustice.org
  • Sylvia Rivera Law Project- https://srlp.org/ 
    • Provides legal help and representation for those who are low-income, trans non-binary and/or intersex, people of color who live in New York City and/or incarcerated in New York state
    • Resources and referrals available for those outside of New York state
    • Provides a variety of services, including but not limited to updating IDs that affirm the correct gender, assistance with name changes in New York city, immigration assistance for transgender, non-conforming, or intersex immigrants, assistance obtaining hormones and genderappropriate undergarments to transgender, non-conforming or intersex people in prisons 
    • New York City, New York
    • Phone: (212)-337-8550 
  • Just Cause (Volunteer Lawyers Services Project of Monroe County, Inc)- https://www.vlsprochester.org/ 
    • Provides free legal help to low-income residents with non-criminal legal problems. Legal work is performed by private attorneys who volunteer to help VLSP’s clients.
    • Rochester, NY
    • Phone: (585)-232-3051
  • The Cimino Law Firm- https://cimino-law.com/transgender-rights-attorney-in-rochester/
    • Michelle Cimino is a transgender rights attorney who provides legal services for those who are being discriminated against
    • 585-332-5080

 

Other Services with Safe and Inclusive Environments

  • Equal=Grounds Coffee House
    • Safe and inviting cafe for those who identify as LGBTQ+
    • 750 South Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620
  • Coppola Natural Therapies- https://www.coppolanaturaltherapies.com/
    • Sarah Coppola, LMT
    • Helps clients treat mobility issues, recover from injuries, manage chronic pain, and relieve stress through massage therapy 
    • 1100 Goodman St. South, Strong Hall, Suite 307 Rochester, NY 14620
      • Tuesday-Friday 11 AM-7 PM, Saturday 11 AM-5 PM
    • 716-253-1466
    • hello@coppolanaturaltherapies.com 
  • Renewing-Massage- https://renewing-massage.com/index.html
    • Licensed Massage Therapist Colin Coffey strives to provide high quality massage therapy, especially for those who identify with the LGBTQ+ community and experience stress related to homophobic and transphobic individuals and actions
    • 585-709-6725
    • colincoffey@renewing-massage.com
    • 728 South Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620 
  • Camp Lightbulb- https://www.camplightbulb.org/
    • Summer camp for LGBTQ+ youth ages 14-18 that incorporates art, community, fun, learning, outdoors, service, and well-being
    • Locations in Los Angeles, CA, Provincetown, MA, and New York, NY 
    • 323-484-7993
    • info@camplightbulb.org 

 

Resources Designed for Transgender & Non-Binary People by Transgender & Non-Binary People

Personal Trainer:

  • Positive Force Movement- https://www.positiveforcemovement.org/ 
    • Offers one on one, two on one, and group trainings
    • Celebrates body diversity and fat acceptance
    • Fat, Trans, and Non-Binary Trainers
    • Sign up through the contact page on their website

 

Summer Camp for Transgender and Non-Binary Youth:

  • Camp Aranu’tiq- https://www.camparanutiq.org/ 
    • This camp is designed for “those who have “transitioned,” those who happen to express their gender differently than others, and those who may experience teasing or bullying because of their gender”
    • Located in New Hampshire
    • For children aged 8-13 (returning campers through age 15)
    • Phone: (781)-400-1617

 

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