Much of the knowledge and strategy of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is applicable to transgender care and has the potential to effectuate profound benefits for folks experiencing signs and symptoms of imbalance across multiple systems of the body. Acupuncture and herbs can help alleviate many of the common concerns related to HRT and transition, and is also used following gender reassignment/gender affirming surgeries to promote healing and reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling. We work with patients to cultivate a treatment plan that respects their individual needs, and use a combination of acupuncture, herbs, dietary and lifestyle changes to safely and effectively encourage the body toward equilibrium. Every person’s gender experience and journey is unique; our goal is to honor wherever you’re at and work together to find ways we can help support you.
What we commonly treat in the clinic:
- Hormonal fluctuations and systemic imbalance during HRT and transition
- Side effects of pharmaceutical hormones
- Changes in libido
- Post-surgical pain, scarring, and promotion of healing
- Mood swings
- Cyclical bloating, cramps, PMS/PMDD
- Breakthrough bleeding, spotting
- Hot flashes, night sweating
- Vaginal dryness, pain during sex
- Sleep disruption
- Emotional health, anxiety, and depression
- Stress, low energy and concentration
- Edema and swelling
- Blood pressure
- Hair loss