RCSW Trans and Non-Binary Resource Guide
Compiled by Milena Insalaco
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
Books about Gender and Gender Expression
Legal Name/ Gender Marker Change Resources
Resources Designed for Transgender & Non-Binary People by Transgender & Non-Binary People
Organizations and Resources
- The Safe Zone Initiative- https://www.theszinitiative.org/
- Hosts trainings on a variety of LGBTQ issues, some result in a certification
- Rochester, NY
- Email: http://squarespace.com/
- Rochester Black Pride- https://www.rocblackpride.com/
- 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
- 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 sucide 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)-909-4619/(315)-909-4632
- 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/
- Events and educational resources
- Phone: (607)-756-8970 ext 253
- Email: sadams@familycs.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:
- The Transgender Teen: A Handbook For Parents and Professionals by Stephanie Brill and Lisa Kenney
- Transitions of the Heart: Stories of Love, Struggle and Acceptance by Mothers of – Transgender and Gender Variant Children by Rachel Pepper
- Beyond Magenta: Transgender Teens Speak Out by Susan Kulin
- Trans Bodies, Trans Selves: A resource for the Transgender Community by Laura Erickson-Schroth
- Queer Books for Teens- http://queerbooksforteens.com/
- A website with recomended books with LGBTQ charecters and themes
- Trans* and Non-Binary Book List- http://queerbooksforteens.com/best-of-lists/best-books-with-trans-characters/
- Kate Bornstein books
- Kate Bornstein (they/she) is gender non-conforming and writes books about gender theory, some of their books are Gender Outlaw and A Queer and Pleasant Danger
Books about Sexuality in the Trans Community (and books about sex that are trans-inclusive):
- Trans+: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You by Kathryn Gonzales
- Trans+: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You
- Fucking Trans Women (zine)
- Trans/Love: Radical Sex, Love & Relationships Beyond the Gender Binary by Morty Diamond
Online Support Materials
- ABCs of Queer Youth Survival: An ACT-Aligned Approach by Nicholas Maio-Aether
- The Queer & Transgender Resilience Workbook: Skills for Navigating Sexual Orientation & Gender Expression by Anneliese Singh, PhD, LPC
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
- Tansy Deutsch- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/tansy-deutsch-rochester-ny/84314
- Specializes in PTSD, Dissociation, gender concerns and sexuality concerns, works with adults (>18 years old)
- Treatment types include DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), as well as is overall Psychodynamic
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: +1-(585)-672-6628
- Emma Forbes Jones- http://www.forbesjones.com/
- Specializes in Gender Health
- Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychologist
- Phone: (585)-244-2429
- Rochester, NY
- Ryan Sforza – https://www.thrivingcounselingny.com/providers
- Thrive Mental Health Counseling PLLC
- Works primarily with people with chronic illness and complex medical issues, as well as the LGBTQ+ community (specifically the TGNCNB community)
- Rochester, NY
- Contact through page on website- https://www.thrivingcounselingny.com/contact
- Johnny Sparrow, LCSW – https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/johnny-sparrow-rochester-ny/446137
- Specializes in LGBTQ+ affirmative treatment
- Phone: (585) 299-5591
- Rochester, NY
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: development@fcsith.org
- Suki Montgomery Hall (she/her)- http://www.drsukihall.com/
- 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
- Amelia Sauter (she/her)- https://www.nowandnextcounseling.com/
- Works with teens and adults (>14 years old)
- Specializes in anxiety and gender identity issues
- Identifies as Queer
- Trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Village of Trumansburg, NY
- Phone: (607) 280-4780
- Email: amelia@nowandnextcounseling.com
- Gail Zussman, LCSW-R (she/her) –https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/gail-zussman-trumansburg-ny/79075
- Specializes in relationship issues, mood disorders, marital and premarital relationships
- Treatment types include CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Mindfulness Based Practice, Trauma work, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Meditation
- Works with Teens and Adults (>14)
- Trumansburg, NY
- Phone: +1-(607)-218-2732
- Ellen Zaslaw, Ph.D. (she/her)- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/ellen-zaslaw-ithaca-ny/99305
- Specializes in mood disorders, relationship issues and anxiety
- Ithaca, NY
- Phone: +1-(607)-269-4174
- Becky Bordlemay- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/becky-bordlemay-ithaca-ny/300486
- Specializes in anxiety, depression, and relationship issues
- Works with college students and adults
- Ithaca, NY
- Phone: +1-(607)-436-7058
- Hannah Rumpf- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/hannah-rumpf-ithaca-ny/707697
- Specializes in LGBT issues, anxiety and relationship issues
- Works with adolescents and adults
- Ithaca, NY
- Phone:+1-(607)-258-1058
- J McKnight (he/him)- https://jamcknight.com/
- Works with people exploring identity, experiencing life changes, and struggling with anxiety or worry.
- Finger Lakes Region, NY
- Phone: (415)-359-7831
- Email: j@jamcknight.com
- 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
- Tom Callaghan- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/tom-callaghan-trumansburg-ny/91765
- Works with a variety of issues including but not limited to divorce, alcohol use, learning disabilities, family conflict, and anxiety
- Uses a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, supportive and solution-focused traditions
- Works with Adults
- Trumansburg, NY
- Phone: +1-(607)-229-1940
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)- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/anna-bailey-syracuse-ny/334327
- Works with a variety of issues including but not limited to LGBTQ issues, mood disorders, and racial identity
- Syracuse, NY
- Phone: (315)-889-0176
- 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-(315)-679-5388
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
- Grace Shilliff- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/grace-shilliff-homer-ny/245464
- Works with a variety of issues including grief, divorce, parenting, women’s issues, and bipolar disorder
- Works with children, teens and adults
- Homer, NY
- Phone:+1-(607)-215-7380
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:
- Bethany Robson- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/bethany-robson-ashville-ny/41097
- Specializes in Life Coaching, Trauma, Life Transitions
- Works with Adults
- Ashville, NY
- Phone: +1-(716)-235-3107
Steuben County:
- Brieanne Smith- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/brieanne-smith-corning-ny/308956
- Specializes in anxiety, depression and eating disorders
- Works with Adults
- Corning, NY
- Phone: +1-(607)-821-3713
- 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:
- Maria Manna- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/maria-manna-moravia-ny/715105
- Specializes in chronic pain, mood disorders, and life transitions
- Works with Adults
- Monrovia, NY
- Phone: +1-(607)-246-8636
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
- Gender Expansive Kids Playgroup/Parent Group- http://www.forbesjones.com/?page_id=20
- For gender expansive and transgender kids (5th grade and younger) and their families
- Ran by Emma Forbes-Jones, a clinical psychologist (however this is NOT a therapy group)
- Meets the second Saturday of the month from 10:00 am to 11:30am
- Phone:(585)-244-2429
- Email:emma@forbesjones.com
- AS OF AUGUST 2021 GROUP IS NOT MEETING, HOWEVER THERE ARE PLANS TO START BACK UP IN THE FALL
- Middle School Group for Gender Expansive middle schoolers- http://www.forbesjones.com/?page_id=74
- For gender expansive and transgender middle schoolers (6th to 8th grade)
- Ran by Emma Forbes-Jones, a clinical psychologist (however this is NOT a therapy group)
- Meets the second Saturday of the month from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
- Phone:(585)-244-2429
- Email:emma@forbesjones.com
- AS OF AUGUST 2021 GROUP IS NOT MEETING, HOWEVER THERE ARE PLANS TO START BACK UP IN THE FALL
- High School Group for Gender Expansive Teenagers- http://www.forbesjones.com/?page_id=100
- For gender expansive and transgender teenagers (9th to 12th grade)
- Ran by Emma Forbes-Jones, a clinical psychologist (however this is NOT a therapy group)
- Meets the second Saturday of the month from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
- Phone:(585)-244-2429
- Email:emma@forbesjones.com
- AS OF AUGUST 2021 GROUP IS NOT MEETING, HOWEVER THERE ARE PLANS TO START BACK UP IN THE FALL
- Ithaca Transgender Support Group- http://www.ithacatransgendergroup.com/
- Peer-led biweekly meetings on Sundays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in Ithaca for people who identify as trans*
- Email: hello@ithacatransgendergroup.com
- TransGeneration
- Tuesday, July 6 6:00 – 8:00pm Monthly on the first Tuesday
- Location: Online, via Zoom
- Description:TransGeneration is a program of the Pride Center that promotes the exploration of gender in a positive & affirming environment. We meet for discussion, friendship, social activities, & support.
- Due to COVID-19, TransGeneration is meeting online via Zoom. Please send an email to groups@pridecenterwny.org for log-in info.
Voice Therapy
- Sir Alexander Ewing-Ithaca College Speech and Hearing Clinic: Transgender Voice and Communication group- https://www.ithaca.edu/academics/school-health-sciences-and-human-performance/clinics-and-labs/sir-alexander-ewing-ithaca-college-speech-and-hearing-clinic https://www.ithaca.edu/academics/school-health-sciences-and-human-performance/clinics-and-labs/sir-alexander-ewing-ithaca-college-speech-and-hearing-clinic/specialty-clinics
- Program is free of cost but there is a limited number of spots. Person will fill out a screening form to be placed on the waiting list.
- Phone: (607)- 247-3714
- Email: ewingclinic@ithaca.edu
- Musser Voice- https://musservoice.com/
- Voice therapy is through video telepractice
- Email: joy@musservoice.com
- Say It Loud Say It Proud Speech Therapy- http://www.sayitproudspeechtherapy.com/
- Run by Josie Zanfordino MA CCC-SLP, a speech pathologist and trans woman
- Phone: (607)-227-0143
- josie@sayitproudspeechtherapy.com
- Gerrian Jackson, M.S., CCC-SLP/ John Ingle, MD
- UR Medicine Otolaryngology
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-785-5700
- URMC Speech Therapy
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-785-5730
Medical and Health
Cosmetic and Gender Affirming Surgery:
- Find A Surgeon Near You- https://www.transhealthcare.org/find-surgeon/
- This website allows you to search by type of surgery and procedure to find the right gender affirming surgeon for you.
- J. Christiano Neto, M.D.- Mastectomy https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/people/27501382-jose-g-christiano-neto
- University of Rochester Medical Center
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585) 275-1000
- M. Davenport, M.D.- https://rochesterplasticsurgery.com/about-mark-davenport/
- Plastic Surgery Group of Rochester
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585) 922-5840
- O. Manrique Mogollon, M.D.- https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/people/31954891-oscar-j-manrique-mogollon
- University of Rochester
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585) 275-1000
- E. Chen, M.D.- https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/people/27950784-elaina-chen
- University of Rochester Medical Center
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585) 275-1000
- Orchiectomy:
- Dr. Dmitry Nikolavsky (SUNY Syracuse) https://www.upstate.edu/healthcare/providers/doctor.php?docID=nikolavd
- Dr. Oscar Manrique (URMC) https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/people/31954891-oscar-j-manrique-mogollon
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.
- Trillium Health- https://www.trilliumhealth.org/
- Trans and Gender Expansive Health- https://www.trilliumhealth.org/services/transgender-and-gender-expansive-health
- Offers many services including primary care, trans-inclusive gynecology, Gender-affirming Hormone Replacement Therapy (GAHT) and the Binder Finder Program
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-545-7200
- K. Hill, ANP-C- https://www.arnothealth.org/directory/providers/kristine-hill
- Arnot Health
- Elmira, NY
- Phone: (607)-735-4633
- A. Hiliker, ANP-C- https://www.arnothealth.org/directory/providers/amy-hiliker
- Arnot Health
- Horseheads, NY
- Phone: (607)-739-0352
- J. Sosniak, MD- https://www.arnothealth.org/directory/providers/janusz-sosniak
- Arnot Health
- Elmira, NY
- Phone: (607)-735-4633
- Family Medicine Associates- https://fma-ithaca.com/
- Dr Berlin/E. Gebhart, FNP/E.Williams, FNP-C
- Ithaca, NY
- Phone: (607)-277-4341
- Susquehanna Family Practice and Gender Wellness-https://www.bassett.org/locations/susquehanna-family-practice-and-gender-wellness-center / The Gender Wellness Center- https://www.genderwellnesscenter.com/
- Carolyn Wolf-Gould, MD
- Oneonta, NY
- Phone: (607)-431-5757
- Northeast Pediatrics-https://www.northeastpeds.com/
- Primary care for newborns to age 21
- Ithaca, New York
- New Patient Inquiry Phone: (607)-257-2188
- D. Ahlman, M.D.- https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/people/27439708-diane-e-ahlman
- University of Rochester Medical Center
- Rochester, NY
- Phone:(585)-244-7330
- L. Baratz- https://www.rochesterregional.org/physician-directory/b/baratz-lon
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Rochester Regional Health
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-473-1750
- J. Cange, M.D.- https://www.gppconline.com/jean-marcaisse-cange-md
- General Physician PC
- Amherst, NY
- Phone: (716)-833-2200
- J. Alberts, M.D. –https://www.rochesterregional.org/physician-directory/a/alberts-jeffrey
- Rochester Regional Health
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-225-2600
- W. Schueler, D.O.- https://www.primarycarewny.com/profile/william-c-schueler-do/#collapseOne
- Primary Care of Western New York LLP
- Williamsville and Lancaster, NY
- Phone: (716)-839-8000
- G. Alexis Sirotenko D.O.- https://www.rochesterregional.org/physician-directory/s/sirotenko-g-alexis
- Rochester Regional Health
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-473-1750
- E. Ver, M.D.- https://www.rochesterregional.org/physician-directory/v/ver-eugene
- Rochester Regional Health
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-338-1200
- Cayuga Family Medicine.- https://cayugafamilymedicine.com/
- Ithaca, New York
- Phone: (607)-697-0360
Obstetrics and Gynecology:
- R. Edwards, M.D.- https://www.rochesterregional.org/physician-directory/e/edwards-richard
- Rochester Regional Health
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-344-4700
- K. Morrison, M.D.- https://www.buffalowomenservices.com/provider/katharine-morrison-md-facog
- Buffalo Women Services
- Buffalo, NY
- Phone: (716)-835-2510
- S. Press, OB/GYN- https://sweethomemedical.com/
- Abortion Services at Sweet Home Medical
- Amherst, New York
- Phone: (716)-691-1414
- D. Samadi, M.D.- https://www.buffalomedicalgroup.com/staff/dilara-samadi-m-d/
- Buffalo Medical Group
- Williamsville, NY
- Phone: (716)-630-1150
Other Related Medical Care:
- Golisano Children’s Hospital Adolescent Medicine: Gender Health Program- https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/childrens-hospital/adolescent/gender-health-services.aspx
- Up to Age 25
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-275-2964
- ACR Health- https://www.acrhealth.org/
- Syracuse, NY
- Services are confidential and free
- Offers many services including HIV testing and housing for LGBTQ youths (age 18 to 24)
- Main Office Phone: (315)-475-2430
- CNY Fertility- https://www.cnyfertility.com/fertility-options-trans/
- Syracuse/Rochester/Buffalo/Albany
- Phone (toll free): (844)-315-2229(BABY)
Gender Affirming Medical Treatment (Hormone Treatment):
- Trillium Health- https://www.trilliumhealth.org/
- Trans and Gender Expansive Health- https://www.trilliumhealth.org/services/transgender-and-gender-expansive-health
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-545-7200
- URMC Adolescent clinic-https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/childrens-hospital/adolescent/gender-health-services/services.aspx
- Cross gender hormone treatment, pubertal blockade, and surgical services
- Rochester, NY
- Phone:(585) 275-2964
- Rochester Center for Sexual Wellness- https://rochestercenterforsexualwellness.com/
- Contact Page: https://rochestercenterforsexualwellness.com/contact-us/
- Phone: 585-865-3584
- Email: info@rochestercenterforsexualwellness.com
- URMC Endocrine- https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/medicine/endocrinology/patient-care/transgender-care.aspx
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-275-2901
- Planned Parenthood- https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/transgender/what-do-i-need-know-about-trans-health-care
- Only some Planned Parenthoods hormone treatment, look up your closest planned parenthood to see if they offer it.
- Hormone Therapy Self-Injection Videos- https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-greater-texas/self-injection-videos
- Educational videos about self-injection for hormone therapy
Haircuts and Hair Removal
- Emancipated Electrolysis- http://www.emancipatedelectrolysis.com/
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-270-5230
- Email: hairinfo@EmancipatedElectrolysis.com
- Kenna from True on Park (salon)- https://truonpark.com/
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-244-0044
- Email: info@truonpark.com
- The South Wedge Barber Shop- https://www.southwedgebarber.com/
- Rochester, NY
- Phone: (585)-473-5570
- Advanced Electrolysis by Judy- https://www.buffaloelectrolysis.com/
- Town of Tonawanda, NY
- Phone: (716)-548-0822
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.
Legal Name/ Gender Marker Change Resources
- Jenny Lewis Holmes- https://www.nixonpeabody.com/en/team/holmes-jenny-l
- Nixon Peabody, LLP
- Phone: (585)-263-1494
- Email: jholmes@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)-454-4060
- 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
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