Trans Kids and Teens: Pride, Joy, and Families in Transition is a compassionate and practical guide for anyone who wants to better understand and support transgender youth. Written by a therapist, community leader, and trans man, this book offers both professional expertise and lived experience, making it a valuable resource for parents, teachers, counselors, and allies. It provides clear, affirming advice on creating safe spaces, navigating family transitions, and fostering pride and joy in young people’s lives. The book addresses the growing visibility of transgender identities and the reality that many young people are choosing to come out before adulthood. It focuses on building supportive relationships, respecting self-expression, and ensuring that trans youth feel seen and celebrated. With an approachable style, it bridges the gap between understanding gender diversity and taking actionable steps to create an affirming environment.

You might like this book if:

• You are a parent, teacher, or counselor supporting a transgender or gender-diverse young person

• You want clear, compassionate guidance from someone with both professional and lived experience

• You are looking for practical strategies to create safe, affirming spaces for trans youth

• You want to better understand the experiences and needs of transgender children and teens

You might not like this book if:

• You are looking for a highly academic or research-heavy resource

• You want a guide focused only on adult transgender experiences

• You prefer a personal memoir without educational or instructional content