Problems

Gender Identity

Agencies which can offer Support and Information

All About Trans
https://www.allabouttrans.org.uk/
Information and resources. 

Beaumont Society:
https://beaumontsociety.org/
Support for transvestites, transsexuals, their partners and families. Self help organisation offering advice on cross dressing and gender dysphoria. Social functions, magazine for members.

Depend: 
www.depend.org.uk
Free confidential advice, inormation and support for all family member, spouses, partners and friends of transsexual people in the UK.

Gender Construction Kit 
https://genderkit.org.uk/
Advice on Social and Medical Transition.

Gendered Intelligence:
http://genderedintelligence.co.uk/
Work with the trans community and those who impact on trans lives; particularly specialise in supporting young trans people under the age of 21.

Deliver trans youth programmes, support for parents and carers, professional development and trans awareness training for all sectors and educational workshops for schools, colleges, Universities and other educational settings.

Mission is to increase understandings of gender diversity.

Gires: The Gender Identity Research & Education Society: 
www.gires.org.uk
Information for trans people, their families and professionals who care for them.

LGBT Helpline Scotland:
0800 464 7000
https://www.lgbthealth.org.uk/services-support/lgbt-helpline-scotland/
Open every Tuesday and Wednesday from 12-9pm. Information and emotional support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people and their families, friends and supporters across Scotland.

LGBT Youth Scotland: (Area served Scotland)
www.lgbtyouth.org.uk - Helpline and other information, advice and support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people under 26. Advice on range of issues including housing. Scotland wide network of events for young people and group leaders.

London LQBTQ+ Centre
https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/
The London LGBTQ+ Community Centre is a sober, intersectional community centre and café where all LGBTQ+ people are welcome, supported, can build connections and can flourish. Their vision is for a more connected, belonging and thriving LGBTQ+ community in London. The Centre is a sober sanctuary, a place for groups combating isolation in the queer community, bringing different generations together in a friendly setting and working with some of the most incredible charities and groups to offer LGBTQ+-specific services, such as sexual health testing and mental health support. 

Their signposting and information service ensures they can be there to assist when people need them. Their community cafe acts as a sober hangout spot and welcomes all, and their accessible pricing and ‘pay it forward’ scheme means nobody is left behind due to financial barriers. LGBTQ+ people of all ages, from all backgrounds, faiths and walks of life, are welcome at London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. 

Loving Me 
07902 478958
https://www.lovingme.uk/
A service which provides safe accommodation for Trans and Non-Binary victims of domestic abuse who are aged 18 and over and live in England.

Mindline Trans+
0300 330 5468
https://www.mindinsomerset.org.uk/our-services/adult-one-to-one-support/mindline-trans/https://www.mindinsomerset.org.uk/our-services/adult-one-to-one-support/mindline-trans/
Confidential, emotional, mental health support helpline for people who identify as Transgender, Agender, Gender Fluid, Non Binary...
Also support family members and friends

NHS Gender Dysphoria Clinics
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/how-to-find-an-nhs-gender-identity-clinic/
If you think you have gender dysphoria or incongruence, your particular needs may be best addressed by health services offered by NHS gender dysphoria clinics (GDCs). A GP or another healthcare professional can refer you directly to one of the GDCs. The websites of the clinics listed on this page also have useful information for you to think about before you see a GP.

Not A Phase
https://notaphase.org/
Not A Phase is a trans-led, grassroots charity committed to uplifting and improving the lives of trans+ adults, through awareness campaigning, social projects and funding trans+ lead initiatives. The charity aims to give the trans+ and gender non-conforming community space to thrive, whilst working with organisations on D&I strategies to promote positive change.

One Parent Families (Scotland):
0808 801 0323
www.opfs.org.uk - Helpline information and advice for lone parents. Includes parenting issues for gay lesbian, bisexual, transgender parents and for children of gay, lesbian, bi, transgender parents.

Outcome
020 3301 9850 and press option '6' (only on Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
To refer yourself directly please email: outcome@islingtonmind.org.uk
To refer yourself on their website please visit: islingtonmind.org.uk/our-services/outcome/

Outcome is based in North London. It offers a safe drop-in space for LGBTQI+ people, including people seeking asylum/refugees, who want support with their mental health. They are part of Islington Mind, but they can support anyone living in Greater London.

Outcome is run exclusively by an LGBTQI+ team. Many of them have lived experience with neurodiversity, difficult mental health, and/or contact with mental health systems. Outcome has existed for over 20 years and is one of the few LGBTQI+ only mental health services in London.

They offer weekly relaxed therapeutic drop-in spaces, peer support groups, short-term 1-1 support, psychotherapy, signposting, and various holistically engaged activities like singing, art, creative writing, yoga, and trans-inclusive gender groups. They do regular day-trips, including to the seaside, as well as open-days.

They are member-led, which means that everyone has a say in how Outcome is run. There are lots of opportunities to volunteer with them whilst getting support as well.

You do not need a diagnosis or GP referral to come to Outcome.

Sparkle - The National Transgender Charity
https://www.sparkle.org.uk/
Their reach extends to people who identify as trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming, their partners, families, friends, and wider society which they are part of.

Activities include: Fighting the unfairness and discrimination towards the trans community, with a mix of events, campaigns and all-out advocacy. Forming amazing collaborations and projects within the trans, non-binary and gender diverse community and other organisations. Hosting the Sparkle Weekend, the longest running celebration of trans lives in the UK. Offering trans-led training and expert advice to bring real trans inclusion and allyship to workplaces, schools, and healthcare settings. Create trans inclusive safer sex packs. Sparkle Sanctuary events where gender diverse folks can socialise, find support and learn new skills. Holding special events for Trans Awareness Week and Trans Day of Visibility, and the Trans Day of Remembrance Vigil in Manchester.  

Spectra-London 
https://spectra-london.org.uk/

Spectra supports people who are too often excluded, unheard or underserved, including:
LGBTQIA+ people, with additional services specifically for trans and/or non-binary people, Sex workers, Young people, People living with and affected by HIV, Racialised communities.

Services are designed and delivered by people who share the lived experiences of the communities they support. Their programmes provide:

HIV testing, prevention and sexual health outreach, Casework and advocacy for s*x workers, Casework and health advocacy for trans and gender diverse people, Counselling for people wanting to talk about sex, relationships and sexual health, or struggling with psychosexual issues, Peer support, social events and wellbeing workshops for sex workers, Groupwork and social supports for trans and gender-diverse people, Young people’s groups and support, Peer support for people living with HIV, Counselling and creative therapies for young people, LGBTQ+ people and sex workers.

TransBareAll
https://www.transbareall.co.uk/
TransBareAll is an organisation that believes in improving the health and wellbeing of trans people. They provide a space for trans people to discuss and explore things that impact their lives and to celebrate the diversity of our community and bodies within it.

Transliving International 
www.transliving.co.uk
Helpline advice, information, counselling and self help support groups for transvestites, transsexuals and their wives, partners and families. Monthly social functions and quarterly international magazine to members.

TransUnite
https://www.transunite.co.uk/
TransUnite is a comprehensive resource for people in the UK searching for support in the transgender community. Their easy to use, mobile friendly directory connects you to an established network of trans support groups near you.

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Websites

https://www.themix.org.uk/sex-and-relationships/gender-and-sexuality
Information for young people on gender and sexuality

https://anne.health/toolkit/accessing-gender-affirming-healthcare/
Navigating Trans+ healthcare pathways in England