Transgender Psychiatrists in 80538
Rena Diem, PMHNP Rena Diem is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Colorado who has been practicing since 2024. She received a Master of Science in Nursing as a Certified Nurse Midwife in 2010 before becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in 2023. Rena's role is to be a guide on your journey towards greater health and understanding. By fostering a trusting and supportive environment, Rena hopes that you can feel that you don't have to do hard things alone.
Rena Diem, PMHNP Rena Diem is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Colorado who has been practicing since 2024. She received a Master of Science in Nursing as a Certified Nurse Midwife in 2010 before becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in 2023. Rena's role is to be a guide on your journey towards greater health and understanding. By fostering a trusting and supportive environment, Rena hopes that you can feel that you don't have to do hard things alone.
Jill Boatwright is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been practicing since 2021. Before she became a nurse practitioner, she was a registered nurse for 22 years practicing in various healthcare settings. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Alabama and her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama. Jill works with patients across the lifespan with a range of mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder and insomnia.
Jill Boatwright is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been practicing since 2021. Before she became a nurse practitioner, she was a registered nurse for 22 years practicing in various healthcare settings. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Alabama and her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama. Jill works with patients across the lifespan with a range of mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder and insomnia.
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*Open Availability this Week, Call Quick to Reserve!* I'm board certified, specializing in medication management, treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, addiction and many other ailments. Accepting new patients and variety of insurances. I can easily E-prescribe your medication and use the latest technology for easy virtual sessions, without you having to leave your home. Schedule your in-office or video appointment by clicking ‘My Website’ link or call.
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Transgender Psychiatrists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.