WPATH Assessments – Adults 18+
At Affirming Psychology, we recognize that there is no one way to be trans or medically transition. Currently, WPATH assessments are required in order to access Top or Bottom surgeries for trans folks. We transitioned to an informed-consent model in Nova Scotia in order to access gender affirming hormone therapy in July, 2023 for adults.
The assessment typically takes 1 to 2, 50-minute sessions. During the assessment, Sarah Ayton, Raquel Griffin, Ashlee Morrell, or Kay Vinova will hear your story to affirming your gender identity, explore the impact of gender dysphoria, talk about supports in your life, complete a brief mental health screener, and then go over the risks and benefits of whatever step towards medically transitioning you would like to take. The therapist more goes over the risks and benefits not to obtain your actual consent since they’re not a medical professional, but more to assess your capacity to make informed consent decisions. Since most clients can complete the assessment in one session, the cost is $225 for the assessment and letter.
WPATH Day at Affirming Psychology
To learn more about gender affirming care, access resources for providers and family members, and to learn more about various types of gender affirming care, please check out Trans Care BC.
To learn more about what surgeries MSI will cover, please click here.
To learn more about what is involved in each type of surgery currently covered by MSI, check out GRS Montreal by clicking here.
For any questions or in order to access this service, contact us.
Other Services
Psycho-Diagnostic Assessments
Gain more clarity around which psychiatric disorders you meet criteria for and what treatment options are available to you.
Adult Autism Assessments – Ages 18+
Using a neuro-affirming approach, we help clients gain more understanding of their strengths and differences.
Relationship Therapy
Unpack attachment ruptures, learn new ways to attune and communicate, and transform your relationship.