Trans Femme Support Group
This support group is an inviting, safe, confidential space for folks who identify as trans femme to connect with others who share this identity and are going through similar experiences. This group will be rooted in feminist psychotherapy. Feminist theory focuses on how the environment and broader cultural and sociopolitical dynamics may impact views and experiences around gender as well as mental health and well being.
What to Expect
Participants will use group dynamics to:
receive interpersonal support and feedback on specific issues around gender
identify their internalized messages of oppression and explore more self-enhancing beliefs
explore the impact of oppressive societal beliefs and practices
develop a sense of personal and social power
explore the power of relationships and connectedness
Details
Group Length: 12 Weeks
Group Size: Group will run with at least 6 participants and cap at 11
Group Location: This group will meet virtually
When: Tuesdays from 6-7:15pm starting on May 7th
Group Cost: The fee for each session ranges from $0-100, and no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Healthfirst is accepted as in network.
We ask that folks only sign up if they can commit to attending at least 11 sessions, which provides for 1 cancellation should needs arise. However, no one will be removed from the group if further unexpected cancellations are needed.
Facilitated by G&STC psychotherapist, Alexandra Askenazi Marcus
As a cisgender group leader, I acknowledge that you are the experts of your own life, and believe that this expertise can lead to wonderful peer-led feedback and support to make the most out of this therapeutic experience. My participation will be focused on enhancing the group members’ communication and connection and being a resource for the group’s work.
Membership details:
Participants will self-identify on the transfemme spectrum. Transfemme is used as an umbrella term to include anyone who feels aligned with nonbinary, genderqueer, agender, binary or other femme-leaning gender identities. If you feel this identity umbrella describes you then this space is for you!
