2019 Gender Odyssey
August 1–4, 2019
San Diego, CA
This program is subject to change.
Parenting the Trans Teen; What Happens after Transition Starts
Workshop Description
So you are supportive, using name & pronouns maybe even started medical transition - now
what? Parenting a teen can be very challenging adding the transgender experience to it can
overwhelm a parent. This workshop will give parents insight into the trans/gnc teen and many
different tools to guide the youth into adulthood. We will be working to understand the unique
needs of each youth, finding common ground between youth & parents (caregivers), and
exploring communications skills to best carry our message as parents or caregivers of love and
hope for their future.
Conference Track
Family
Topic
General Interest
Primary Contact
Kathie Moehlig, TransFamily Support Servcies
Workshop Presenters
Kathie Moehlig, TransFamily Support Servcies
Pronouns
Presenter Bio
Kathie Moehlig is the Executive Director of TransFamily Support Services, and a leading authority on supporting transgender and non-binary youth and their families. A tireless advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, she was named “Woman of the Year” by California Assemblyperson Todd Gloria, and one of the “Best People of San Diego” by CityBeat Magazine. A certified life coach, parenting instructor and motivational speaker, Kathie’s work has been featured in the New York Times, the San Diego Union-Tribune and on the NBC News.