Child and Adolescent Gender Identity Services

Child and adolescent gender identity services are specialized healthcare programs that support young people who experience gender dysphoria, a discomfort or distress caused by a mismatch between their assigned sex at birth and their gender identity. These services provide assessments, counseling, and guidance to help youths explore and understand their gender identity. They may also involve medical options, such as hormone therapy, when appropriate and in coordination with the young person’s needs and maturity. The goal is to ensure mental well-being, affirm identity, and support healthy development in a respectful, age-appropriate manner.