Clinical mentorship call
Join our weekly, virtual lunch-hour meeting to learn about providing care to trans, Two-Spirit and non-binary people. Every Thursday from 12:10–1:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Join the weekly discussion
These weekly calls are for health care professionals supporting trans, Two-Spirit A term used within some Indigenous communities to reflect complex Indigenous understandings of gender and sexuality and the long history of sexual and gender diversity in Indigenous cultures. Two-Spirit encompasses sexual, gender, cultural and spiritual identity. It may refer to cross-gender, multi-gender or non-binary gender roles, non-heterosexual identities, and a range of cultural identities, roles and practices embodied by Two-Spirit peoples. Some people also use "2-Spirit" or "2S." (Source: Battered Women’s Support Services) and non-binary Umbrella term referring to people whose gender does not fall within the binary gender system of woman/girl or man/boy. Some individuals identify as non-binary while others may use terms such as gender non-conforming, genderqueer, or agender. Non-binary people may or may not conform to societal expectations for their gender expression and gender role, and they may or may not seek gender-affirming medical or surgical care. (TTNB) people with an interest in learning from others' clinical experiences.
We encourage participants to bring questions, clinical scenarios, and share insights from their experiences in practice. Mentors will offer their expertise, facilitate discussion, and answer questions.
The topics for the weekly calls vary depending on participant feedback and rotate regularly, including themes such as:
- Medical care (such as primary care, gynecological care, surgery, and hormones)
- Child, youth and family care
- Psychosocial care
- Readiness assessments and care planning Process that a person, their health care providers, family and other supporters undertake in planning to reach their gender-affirming care goals.
- Special topics (such as ethics, legal, intersecting identities and experiences, peer and community supports, and more)
The views expressed during the Clinical Mentorship Call series do not necessarily reflect those of Trans Care BC.
Sign up for the series
If you would like to be involved, e-mail trans.edu@phsa.ca. We will add you to the distribution list for regular updates and access to the weekly virtual call.
Upcoming mentors
March 27, 2025
Lu Lam (they/he) – Somatic Counsellor & Mindfulness Consultant
Join Lu Lam for an experiential gathering of Spring will Bloom. Learn why cultivating an unshakable trust with our deepest knowing skillfully guides us to do our care work. Let's invite Spring's blooming nature to ally with us so we can celebrate our nature to bloom together. You'll be invited to practice a way to tend to grief, a way to grow unshakeable trust that is interconnected to our work of protecting our fiercely radiant communities. You are invited to bring a trans, gender diverse, Two-Spirit story or an object that strengthens your presence and/or your vision for our futures (not required for the call). This celebration offering is in honor of International Trans Day of Visibility.
April 3, 2025
Lucie Fielding (she/they) — Therapist
Join Lucie Fielding for a discussion on supporting clients in exploring sexuality through a trauma-informed lens. Traditional approaches often emphasize establishing a sense of internal safety before engaging in these experiences, but for many — especially those carrying trauma in their bodies — this can feel unrealistic or even unattainable. Lucie will discuss shifting the focus from achieving complete safety as a prerequisite and introduce an alternative, risk-attuned framework: solidarity.
April 10, 2025
We Are Allies
The We Are Allies campaign launched in August 2024 to celebrate TTNB joy and support TTNB people — especially youth — who are facing increasing backlash fueled by misinformation and political debates about their healthcare. Funded by Health Canada, this campaign takes an evidence-based approach to counter misinformation about gender-affirming care for youth. Join us to learn about the resources that highlight best practices in youth gender health, and to find out how organizations, healthcare providers, and individuals can get involved.
April 17, 2025
No call scheduled
Gender-Affirming Relational Practice is a new, non-clinical course that combines clinical practice, relational practice, and gender-affirming care principles to improve access and suitability of care for trans, Two-Spirit, and non-binary clients.
April 24, 2025
No call scheduled
Trans Care BC has a suite of downloadable resources to help providers create clinical environments that are affirming and culturally safe for trans, Two-Spirit and non-binary people.
May 1, 2025
Kai Jacobsen (they/them) — PhD Student
Join us for a call featuring Kai Jacobsen, a PhD student at the University of British Columbia, who will provide insights into supporting autistic individuals in accessing gender-affirming care. Kai will share two resources they developed based on their research with trans autistic people: one for healthcare providers and one for autistic individuals navigating care. The session will address accommodations, the importance of trusting autistic patients’ self-knowledge, and strategies to improve accessibility. This is an opportunity to enhance your approach to providing inclusive and affirming care for this population.
Contact our team of health navigators for information about referral pathways and resources for you and your patients.