Jillian is a transgender woman who began her transition in 2016 at the age of 55. She is a licensed psychotherapist, social worker, advocate, and has organized support groups for transgender/gender diverse children, young adults, and adults.  Jillian is a board member at the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut, was a research assistant in the LGBTQ+ relationship studies lab, GSA instructor, and has also co-authored two published transgender studies at Yale University. She is a published author of her book, "Transitioning Later in Life: A Personal Guide.” Jillian is a Medical Educator/ Standardized Patient at Yale and Quinnipiac University, and is now working at a private practice as a licensed therapist and educator for the transgender/gender expansive community.​

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Mission

• To help trans youth avoid growing up without any resources or support

• To support parents so they can fully accept their children before, during and

        after the transition process

• To educate the public, schools and medical facilities to promote awareness of the

        transgender community