BONUS: Josephine Hughes on supporting your child through gender identity discovery
Therapy Works1 Maj 2024

BONUS: Josephine Hughes on supporting your child through gender identity discovery

As we just wrapped up Season 5, and we’re ramping up for Season 6, I’d like to share with you a bonus episode with you all this week. Emily speaks to Josephine Hughes, who shares her deeply personal experience as the mother of two transgender daughters. She discusses the initial shock and adjustment period after her daughters came out, the challenges they faced, and the broader societal reactions. Josephine emphasises the importance of parental support and understanding through this transformative journey. She also touches on the misconceptions and struggles associated with transgender identity and how it affects both the individual and their family. Through her narrative, Josephine provides insight and guidance to other parents navigating similar experiences, advocating for acceptance and informed support.

Resources:

Josephine’s Podcast - https://gloriouslyunready.com

And here’s the handout she mentioned in the episode:- https://gloriouslyunready.com/transgender/


DISCLAIMER: We are psychotherapists and are not in the position to provide medical advice. If you require support for you or your children, please find more advice here: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/sex-relationships/gender-identity/

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