🌱 Why the Term “Transition” Is Transphobic — And What to Language to use Instead
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
San Diego, United States
Medically reviewed by TherapyRoute
❝The term “transition” suggests going from one identity to another — but trans people do not change identity. Identity is constant; the world simply failed to understand it. This article explains why “transition” is transphobic and how to use language that affirms trans, non binary and many more non❞
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About The Author
“I offer therapy via phone and online. My focus is culturally responsive trauma-informed care that is client centered.”
Van Ethan Levy (they | elle) is a qualified Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, based in San Diego, United States. With a commitment to mental health, Van Ethan provides services in , including Advocacy, Psych & Diagnostic Assessment, Advocacy, Mindfulness, Adolescent Therapy, EMDR, Therapy, Individual Therapy and Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment. Van Ethan has expertise in .
