World Professional Association of Transgender Health (WPATH) Professionals - Gender Specialists

Kendall Tidey

Kendall Tidey specialize in serving adults with mood disorders; particularly those with situational or chronic depression. She is a WPATH member and one of Wilmington’s few gender specialists, providing those questioning their gender identity, experiencing gender dysphoria or those under the transgender umbrella seeking support in navigating relationships with friends and family. She is a passionate ally to the trans community and facilitate the free local support group. Warmth, empathy, and listens without judgment are her values that she brings to every session. Kendall Tidey is also the facilitator for the Transgender Adult Support Group, if you would like to be apart of the group email her at ktidey.wtc@gmail.com.

Nova Swanstrom

Nova Swanstrom is also a WPATH Certified Gender Specialist. She has been a advocate for 15+ and is an expert in writing surgical letters for Gender Confirmation Surgeries. Nova Swanstrom can see you for this letter, even if you are currently seeing another therapist or if you don't currently see a therapist. She predominantly work with members of the LGBTQ+ community. She provides affirmation and exploration to facilitate authenticity while taking into account your values and goals within the framework of your life. She can work with family members to facilitate peace and workability in line with this authenticity. Clinical mental health difficulties such as depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation, attention deficit, etc. are also addressed.

Dr. Michael Stinnett

Dr. Michael Stinnett (he/him) is honored to offer gender-affirming psychological care at Clarity Counseling to teens and adults who are transgender or gender nonconforming. He is excited to build on his previous experience developing a system of high-standard care incorporating in-depth psychological evaluations, individual and group therapy, and a collaborative approach with medical providers. Dr. Stinnett is a full member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) and is experienced in providing mental healthcare to gender diverse children, adolescents, and adults.

The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) promotes the highest standards of health care for individuals through the articulation of Standards of Care (SOC) for the Health of Transsexual, Transgender, and Gender Nonconforming People.