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Today I Start My Gt Sessions


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Well today is the day i have my first meeting with my GT.

I'm nervous as hell even though i know this is just a formal introduction and a chance to see how things work and air a few ideas about how i wish to progress. Thankfully i have met her once before while i was talking to the clinics liason officer so that bit is ok:)

Am i doing the right thing.. what am i saying of course i am, i cant live as a man anymore that much is certain.I guess i'm just scared of what will happen in the future, my friends have already distanced themselves from me so if this goes bad i don't know what i'll do.

Must stay positive, i can do this.....i think.

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Guest sarah f

Alisha you can do this becuase this is what is going to make you happy in the end. We are right here with you. Just know if you ever need to talk, we are here to listen and give you our own experiences with transition.

Good Luck today and just let her know how you truly feel. Don't hold anything back because that is what she is there for.

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Guest audrey michelle

i agree with sarah. everyone deserves to be happy...and if this is what it takes then go for it! just go, answer and tell everything honestly, and know that this is really a step towards a positive direction. remember that your GT is there specifically FOR YOU. good luck!

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Guest Donna Jean

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Alisha....

Honey...you're doing the right thing...you're trying to find happiness...

That all we can do...

Hang in there and stick with us here for support....ok?

You'll be fine....going to the therapist is a positive step!

HUGGS

Donna Jean

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Well today is the day i have my first meeting with my GT.

I'm nervous as hell even though i know this is just a formal introduction and a chance to see how things work and air a few ideas about how i wish to progress. Thankfully i have met her once before while i was talking to the clinics liason officer so that bit is ok:)

Am i doing the right thing.. what am i saying of course i am, i cant live as a man anymore that much is certain.I guess i'm just scared of what will happen in the future, my friends have already distanced themselves from me so if this goes bad i don't know what i'll do.

Must stay positive, i can do this.....i think.

Good Morning Alisha from here, you are probably already on your way there in the UK, by the time this post hits the board. I hope you and your GT "hit it off", I am sure it will be a positive experience for ya.

Thinking of ya

Cindy -

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Well, i'm back from seeing my GT and i'm pleased to say it went ok.thank you all for your kind words..luv to you all.

Am now booked in for a regular weekly meeting with her, she seems such a nice friendly non-judgemental person.

Today was just a get to know each other kinda deal, i told her where i'm at and she went over how she works but it was still great to finally be in contact with someone i feel can really help me on my journey. Feeling positive about the future which is something i've not felt too often this last year and it feels great.

Just got to get work to let me have half a day off every week now, doubt they're going to be too happy about that especially as they don't know anything about this yet and i'm not ready to tell them. One day i will be confident enough to step out as Alisha full time, after today that is certain if still a long way off.

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Well, i'm back from seeing my GT and i'm pleased to say it went ok.thank you all for your kind words..luv to you all.

Glad to hear this Alisha !

I know that it just feels so fine to be able to finally speak with someone about GID issues. It's like a huge weight is being removed. I sense you are already beginning to feel this relief already. Thanks so much for sharing

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Cindy -

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I am so...happy for you Alisha. Connecting with a GT is really important. I hope that the GT will get to know you enough to give you a recommendation letter. You have already taken the most important step to begin the process. I hope you have the courage to work on that and be the woman you were meant to be.

Jenny

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