I went to a support group the other day. It is not something I would usually do or go to but it is only a half a block from my house. So I was like what the hell, I may as well check it out. It was a rather interesting experience. It is for all people who consider themselves to be on the gender spectrum. So there were different types of people there and was a rather mixed crowd.
There were male to female, female to male, and those who are beginning their transition or considering one. I consider myself to be two spirited and someone who is a creative personality type. I did choose to go enfemme and introduce myself as Stephanie.
I did feel a little out of place but that was to be expected. The others in the group know one another and share a strong rapport. I also facilitated Psycho-social Education groups for close to seven years so it was rather weird being a group member as opposed to being the group leader.
I do plan to go again. I told my girlfriend I went and she was encouraging and thought it was a good idea. I was just wondering if anyone else has joined/been in support groups before and what your experience was like.
Thanks for reading,
…Stephanie