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The Reflective Workbook for Partners of Transgender People

The Reflective Workbook for Partners of Transgender People

D.M. Maynard

(2019)

Abstract

Partners of people in transition go through their own transitions and may or may not be conflicted as to whether they will remain in their relationship. This unique self-help workbook was created for and focuses on the partner's perspective and own journey. By providing the support and structure needed for partners to reflect, this resource helps navigate the unexpected transition that affects both of their lives.

Providing an essential tool that is currently missing, this book gives guidance and advice specifically designed for this situation, alongside activities, quizzes, and personal anecdotes. By combining portions of the author's self-exploration-as the partner of someone who began to transition after 17 years of being in their relationship- with the experiences shared by those who attended her workshops, this workbook examines the challenges, uncertainties, and possible grieving some partners experience throughout the transition process. With space for responding to reflective questions, exercises and games, this workbook offers partners a safe haven to discover their own wants and needs and will be of interest to both couples and individual counselors.


Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
The Reflective Workbook for Partners of Transgender People: Your Transition as Your Partner Tansitions by D. M. Maynard 2
Acknowledgments 8
1. Your Private Space: An Introduction 11
2. Unexpected and Confused 22
3. Who Are You? 46
4. Grief May Apply 65
5. It Can Be a Foreign Language 89
6. Medical and Social Options: Sorting It Out! 120
7. Friends and Family: Will They Stay, or Will They Go? 143
8. Work: In or Out? 164
9. Insurances, Gender Markers, and Documents… Oh My! 186
10. Privilege: Loss or Gain? 209
11. Let’s Talk About Finding a Therapist 232
12. Partners in Sex 252
13. Celebrations Come in Different Sizes 273
14. Where Are You Now? 294
15. You Are Not Alone (Resources) 317
Glossary 328
Answer Key Section 331
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