To assist you in a time of need, or to provide a pathway to help a friend, colleague, or family member, we have compiled the following list of online and local organizations. Our goal is to be a resource of support, help, and healing. Remember … everyone’s journey is different. These sources are a way for you to find what is necessary for you. Please only use these resources as examples, and do not feel pressure to do any thing that you are not comfortable with. We wish you health, happiness, and wholeness!

Trans ONLINE & PHONE Resources

GENDER SPECTRUM (genderspectrum.org) - according to their website, “Gender Spectrum works to create gender sensitive and inclusive environments for all children and teens …. Our Online Groups and Programs reach adults and youth from more than 20 countries and all 50 states …. Every year we provide resources, referrals and support to hundreds of families and youth.”

GLADD (glaad.org) - according to their website, “GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love.”

NATIONAL CENTER FOR TRANSGENDER EQUALITY (transequality.org) - according to their website, “The National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE) advocates to change policies and society to increase understanding and acceptance of transgender people. In the nation’s capital and throughout the country, NCTE works to replace disrespect, discrimination, and violence with empathy, opportunity, and justice.

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE - 1-800-273-TALK (8255) (press 1 for veterans, 2 for Spanish)

RAD REMEDY (radremedy.nationbuilder.com) - resource directory to locate healthcare providers in your area.

TOP10.COM ONLINE THERAPY (top10.com) - Online therapy for LGTBQ youth and adults.

TOPSURGERY.NET (topsurgery.net)

TRANSGENDER LAW CENTER (transgenderlawcenter.org) - according to their website, “Transgender Law Center (TLC) changes law, policy, and attitudes so that all people can live safely, authentically, and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or expression.”

TRANSGENDER RIGHTS/AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION (aclu.org/issues/lgbtq-rights/transgender-rights) - according to their website, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) “champions transgender people’s right to be themselves. We’re fighting discrimination in employment, housing, and public places, including restrooms. We’re working to make sure trans people get the health care they need and we're challenging obstacles to changing the gender marker on identification documents and obtaining legal name changes. We’re fighting to protect the rights and safety of transgender people in prison, jail, and detention facilities as well as the right of trans and gender nonconforming students to be treated with respect at school. Finally, we’re working to secure the rights of transgender parents.”

TRANS-HEALTH (trans-health.com) - this site covers a wide range of health issues related to the trans community.

TRANS LIFELINE (translifeline.org) - according to their website, “Trans Lifeline is a grassroots hotline and microgrants 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis – for the trans community, by the trans community.” PHONE: 877-565-8860.

TRANS TEENS/LGBT NATIONAL HELP CENTER (glbthotline.org/transteens) - according to their website, “We provide a safe environment on the phone or internet for people of all ages to discuss issues that they don't feel comfortable talking about anywhere else …. We operate three national hotlines, the LGBT National Hotline, the LGBT National Youth Talkline, and the LGBT National Senior Hotline as well as private, volunteer one-to-one online chat, that helps both youth and adults with coming-out issues, safer-sex information, school bullying, family concerns, relationship problems and a lot more …. We are the oldest and most comprehensive national organization of its type and scope in the United States, providing this critically needed service regardless of age or geographic location …. Our services are always free and confidential.”

WORLD PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR TRANSGENDER HEALTH (wpath.org) - according to their website, the “World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) … is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, interdisciplinary professional and educational organization devoted to transgender health. Our professional, supporting, and student members engage in clinical and academic research to develop evidence-based medicine and strive to promote a high quality of care for transsexual, transgender, and gender-nonconforming individuals internationally.” Their mission is to “promote evidence based care, education, research, public policy, and respect in transgender health.”

Trans LOCAL Resources

DECLARATION OF GENDER CHANGE/OHIO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES (publicsafety.ohio.gov/static/bmv2369.pdf)

EQUITAS HEALTH (equitashealth.com) - according to their LinkedIn profile, they are “one of the nation’s largest HIV/AIDS, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) healthcare organizations. With 17 offices in 11 cities … Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia.” They are a “diverse healthcare and social service delivery system focused around: primary and specialized medical care, retail pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, HIV/STI prevention, advocacy, and community health initiatives.” LOCATION: 195 Union Street, Suite F, Newark, OH, 43055 PHONE: 740-281-5210

EQUITAS HEALTH NAME & GENDER CHANGE LEGAL CLINIC (equitashealth.com/services/name-gender-change).

LICKING COUNTY 24/7 CRISIS LINE - 740-345-4357

PATHWAYS OF CENTRAL OHIO (pathwaysofcentralohio.com) - According to their LinkedIn profile , “Pathways specializes in crisis intervention, substance use prevention, parenting, information referral, mental health promotion, behavioral health, social services, and problem gambling prevention.” CRISIS LINE: simply dial 211.

STONEWALL COLUMBUS BINDING TIPS PAMPHLET (stonewallcolumbus.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/SWC-Trans-Binding-Tips-Pamphlet.pdf)

TRANSGENDER PRIMARY CARE CLINIC AT THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY (wexnermedical.osu.edu/primary-care/transgender-primary-care-clinic) - according to their website, “The physicians at Ohio State's Transgender Primary Care Clinic offer a variety of services to our patients who identify as transgender or gender non-conforming. We offer both transition-related care and primary care in a welcoming, supportive and affirming environment. The Transgender Primary Care Clinic operates every Wednesday at our Outpatient Care East location and every Friday at our Primary Care Westerville location.”

TRANSOHIO (transohio.org) - according to their website, “TransOhio serves the Ohio transgender and ally communities by providing services, education, support, and advocacy, which promotes and improves the health, safety and life experience of the Ohio transgender individual and community.” EMAIL: TransOhio@transohio.org