1. Hello, You! 2. A Bit About Me 3. Self-Care 4. Trauma 5. Depression 6. Anxiety 7. Self-Harm 8. Body Image 9. Dissociation 10. When You Can't Go On 11. There's Help Out There 12. Further Reading
This empowering self-help guide provides advice and strategies for trans and/or non-binary people on a range of common mental health issues including anxiety, depression, body image, trauma, suicidal thoughts and dissociation. It provides advice on neutralising negative thoughts, coping with transphobia, coming out, dealing with imposter syndrome, and implementing achievable self-care strategies and mindfulness techniques. Whether you are in a crisis or just looking for ways to improve your life, this reassuring guide is there for you to use in the way that helps you the most, regardless of where you are in your transition, or if you decide not to transition in conventional ways. Combining therapeutic expertise alongside first-hand experience, the book also highlights the importance of understanding and being proud of who you are, to help you live life to the fullest.
Katy Lees is a non-binary, person-centred therapist and writer. They have worked in adult mental health services throughout their adult life in various positions, and are now in their own private psychotherapy practice.
