Trans Resource Directory

Disclaimer: Not every transition looks the same, as there is no right or wrong way to be transgender. These sites are a way for you to begin researching what aspects of transition are necessary for you, and are a starting point for resources on transitioning. Please only use these resources as examples, and do not feel pressure to do any thing that you are not comfortable with. Some sites may used outdated language or have opinions that are not reflective of Stonewall’s views, but they may contain relevant comprehensive information for your personal journey.

• WHERE TO BEGIN?
  
  • AFAB/FtM Specific Resources:
    • ftmguide.org: Great resource for general information about transitioning.
  • AMAB/MtF Specific Resources:
    • tsroadmap.com: Outdated language, but comprehensive (site has been up since 1996).
• Healthcare Providers and Resources:
  • OSU Transgender Primary Care Clinic (Columbus, OH)
  • Transgender Health Clinic at Cincinnati Children’s (Youth 5 – 24) (Cincinnati, OH)
  • MetroHealth Pride Clinic (Cleveland, OH)
  • Equitas Health (Columbus, OH)
  • RAD Remedy — Resource to locate providers in your area
• Community and Social Resources:
  • Trans Therapeutic Group
  • Stonewall Columbus In-House Counseling
  • www.transwellness.org : Organization based out of Cincinnati.
  • www.transohio.org: Ohio based trans community organization that provides peer support and transition resources.
• Medical Transition:
  • www.wpath.org : World Professional Association for Transgender Health
  • www.tssurgeryguide.com : Although the site looks outdated, the information is reliable and a great place to get information on surgical options and resources.
  • www.transhealth.vch.ca : Canadian based trans health program that includes great information on Hormones, Gender Affirming Surgical options, Sexual/Reproductive Health. Legal information may not be relevant since it is not US based.
  • www.trans-health.com : Covers a wide range of Health Issues that the trans community may face.
  • www.thetransgendercenter.com : Language may not be the most up to date, but it has comprehensive medical transition information, especially for surgery, including rough price estimates. (maybe)
• Binding Resources:
  • Stonewall Columbus Binding Tips Pamphlet
  • Youth (under 18):
    • www.transactiveonline.org/inabind/get.php
    • www.ftmessentials.com/pages/ftme-free-youth-binder-program
  • Adults (over 18):
    • www.thetransitionalmale.com/BBUB.html
• Legal Information
  • Gender Marker/Name Change info
    • Legal Name and Gender Marker Changes
      • Equitas Health Legal Name and Gender Change Clinic
  • Rights and laws
    • City, county, state, federal
    • aclu.org/issues/lgbt-rights/transgender-rights: ACLU Transgender Rights
      • https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/transgender-people-and-law
      • Ohio Specific:
        • http://www.acluohio.org/archives/issue/lgbt-rights
        • http://www.lgbtlaw.com/ohio-law.html
    • transequality.org/: National Center for Trans Equality
    • transgenderlawcenter.org/: Transgender Law Center
• Youth:
  • www.hrc.org: Resource for transition in school.
  • Gender Spectrum: Great comprehensive resource on a variety of topics for gender-expansive youth.
  • http://www.glbthotline.org/transteens
• Medical Transition:
  • www.topsurgery.net: Comprehensive information on FtM top surgery, some information on surgeons out of date.
• Mental Health Resources
  • Emily Clark: LGBTQ+ and specifically trans friendly and competent Clinical Counselor.
  • Trans Lifeline: Provides culturally competent services to Trans and gender nonconforming people in crisis. Phone (877) 565-8860
• The Trans Teens Online Talk Group
  • www.GLBThotline.org/transteens The Trans Teens Online Talk Group is a live, moderated group chat for trans youth ages 12 thru 19, operating Wednesday’s from 4-6pm (PST)
    

Have a suggestion for a resource that you don’t see on this list? Please email information and a link to vasb@fgbarjnyypbyhzohf.bet