Dr. Aydin Olson-Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW (he, him)
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South Pasadena, CA 91031
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Trust and confidentiality are vital to the therapeutic relationship and process. For parents of transgender and non-binary youth, this can sometimes leave them feeling "out of the loop." Before their child came out, they came in. As a result, parents often find themselves behind and may feel confused, overwhelmed, and sometimes scared about what this new information means about their child and future. In an attempt to close the knowledge gap, parents often rely on asking questions but are often met with anger from their children and sometimes feel shut out.
Informed by fifteen years of clinical experience working with over one-thousand clients and my personal experiences as a trans person, I can help parents better understand the experiences of gender dysphoria and how dysphoria can lead to anxiety and depression, and how in an attempt to cope with dysphoria, many youths turn to isolation and disengagement.
By better understanding and closing the knowledge gap, parents can better communicate with their kids and feel better equipped to decide how to best support their children. I also focus on tending to the psychological and emotional needs of parents who may feel overwhelmed and isolated and experience feelings of loss.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Couple Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
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Dr. Aydin Olson-Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 82313 Aydin Olson-Kennedy
- In Practice for 10 Years
- Degree/Diploma from California State University, Chico Master of Social Work / 2013
- Attended Simmons University, Doctorate in Social Work, Graduated 2023
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Dr. Aydin Olson-Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Transgender
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Family Conflict
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
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Dr. Aydin Olson-Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Coaching
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Feminist
- Interpersonal
- Intersectionality
- Intervention
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Transgender Theory
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Dr. Aydin Olson-Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Groups
Transforming Family
When children share that they are transgender or nonbinary, parents are overwhelmed with questions. However, each member of the family has distinct needs. Our programs are designed to support each member of the family. Transforming Family was created by parents and professionals who have been down this path. We offer groups for parens of pre-pubertal youth, parents of adolscents, parents of non-binary youth, parents of children with autism, a dads group, and parents of adult childern, among others. You can learn more our groups and services at www.transformingfamily.org. Groups are currently heald via Zoom.
Expertise
Transgender
Location
Zoom
South Pasadena, CA 91031
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Location
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Dr. Aydin Olson-Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW