Who We Serve
Currently accepting clients who identify as transgender and/or nonbinary (or questioning) only.
We cannot offer counselling for non-trans (cisgender) clients. Please understand, there are many more queer counsellors in the world serving cisgender queer folks than there are trans counsellors serving trans clients. The options for heterosexual cisgender people are nearly limitless in comparison.
We serve clients aged 18+. Consulting services (non-therapy) are available for families of transgender or questioning youth. Family therapy and therapy for youths is unavailable at this time.
We affirm clients who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, queer, and/or participate in alternative lifestyles such as polyamory or BDSM.
We are based in Ireland but serve the world through telehealth.
Always happy to answer non-emergency emails for those seeking information related to transgender issues. We will always provide resources and help if we can. Please see the bottom of this page for emergency contacts.
Treatment Issues
Counselling at Transcend is judgement-free, humanistic and non-religious. We treat issues of anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, suicide ideation, addictions, gender transitioning or questioning, sexuality issues or questioning, relationship issues, grief, and trauma (including religious trauma and conversion therapy trauma).
We affirm the rainbow of gender and sexuality as a natural part of human diversity.
We may be able to provide letters of support for those seeking hormone therapy and/or gender-affirming surgeries, depending on the requirements of your insurance, doctor, or surgeon. Please enquire.
Costs
We offer affordable counselling on a sliding scale from $35 – $110 per 45 minute session. Clients select their own fee, no questions asked. We do not currently accept insurance. We can provide superbills but cannot guarantee they will be accepted for any reimbursement by your insurance plan. Those who can afford the full fee make it possible for us to serve those who cannot. We strive to keep a limited number of slots available for those experiencing extreme financial hardship. These policies reflect a sincere desire to help people, not profit from suffering.
Locations
Currently offering telehealth (online) counselling only, from the comfort of your own home, delivered via the Zoom platform.
Available to those in Ireland, the EU, the UK, and around the world in the English language.
Meet the Counselor
Hiya! Please call me Basil. I'm a humanistic, fiercely social justice-oriented therapist who feels privileged to be able to serve the transgender community of which I am a member. I'm known for being non-judgemental, empathetic and insightful. I grew up in the United States but I'm an Italian citizen and now make my home in the wonderful country of Ireland with my beloved husband and houseful of animals.
I look forward to working with you to help you make your life more fulfilling and meaningful.
Credentials:
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counselling
Adams State University, Alamosa, Colorado, United States
The Gift of Therapy
Therapy is a gift you give yourself. Your time in therapy is yours! Work on the issues that are important to you, get an expert, objective third party's input, and feel affirmed. The time and money spent on counselling represents a commitment to your own wellness and growth. Never settle for a therapist, counsellor or other mental health provider who doesn't “get” you or doesn't seem to have your best interests at heart!