RESOURCES

This page is designed to offer grounding, supportive starting points—not an exhaustive directory and not a substitute for medical or mental health care.

Resources listed here are shared to help LGBTQ+ youth, adults, families, and professionals access information, community, and next steps with greater confidence and safety.

Mental Health & Emotional Support (Local – Atlanta Metro)

This section is intentionally structured to prioritize patient experience and safety while avoiding unvetted or performative referrals.

Because Dr. Lulu is new to the Atlanta area, clinicians are not listed by name unless they are:

  • Personally known or vetted, or
  • Repeatedly recommended by LGBTQ+ patients themselves

The goal is to avoid referring people to providers who are affirming in name only.

Psychiatrists (Medication Management)

LGBTQ+-affirming psychiatrists serving the Atlanta metro area (patient-rated, community-recommended)

Psychologists / Therapists

LGBTQ+-affirming psychologists and therapists serving the Atlanta metro area (patient-rated, community-recommended)

Help us build this list:

If you are an LGBTQ+ person who has worked with an affirming mental health provider in the Atlanta area and would like to suggest them for this resource page, please contact us.

All suggested providers are reviewed before being added.

This list will continue to grow as trusted, community-informed referrals are identified.

Gender-Affirming Medical & Surgical Care

Gender-Affirming Surgery (Atlanta Area)

Board-certified plastic surgeon providing gender-affirming surgical care.

Dr. Stanley Okoro

Georgia Plastic Surgery

Books & Reading

These books are recommended for learning, reflection, and support. This list is intentionally curated and not limited to one identity or experience.

A practical, affirming guide for parents and caregivers navigating gender diversity.

About Your Black Transgender Child

Dr. Lulu
A collection of real-life stories exploring adolescence, identity, family, and resilience, including LGBTQ+ lived experiences.

A Teen’s Life

Dr. Lulu
A practical, parent-centered guide for understanding and supporting transgender children.

My Child Is Trans, Now What?

Ben V. Green
An accessible, non-academic exploration of queer identity, history, and culture.

Queer: A Graphic History

Meg-John Barker & Julia Scheele

Education & Talks

The following talks offer foundational context, affirmation, and perspective directly from Dr. Lulu:

TEDx Talk 1

Youth suicide prevention and identity safety

TEDx Talk 2

LGBTQ+ coming out, self-identity, and affirmation

TEDx Talk 3

Parenting and supporting gender-diverse youth

These talks reflect the evolution of Dr. Lulu’s work and form much of the philosophical

grounding for Pride Corner and the AFFIRM Program.

Chest Binding & Gender Expression Resources

GC2B

Chest binders designed with comfort and safety in mind

Underworks

Compression garments and binders

These books are recommended for learning, reflection, and support.

This list is intentionally curated and not limited to one identity or experience.

Crisis & Immediate Support

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger or distress:

  • Call 911 (U.S.) or your local emergency number
  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) – Call or text 988
  • Trevor Project – LGBTQ+ youth crisis support

These resources are provided for immediate support and do not replace ongoing care.

A Note About Resources

Resources evolve.

As Pride Corner grows, this page will continue to be updated with trusted referrals,

educational materials, and community-informed recommendations.

If you have a resource you’d like to suggest, please reach out.

FAQ

You can learn more from our asked questions

No. Dr. Lulu’s Pride Corner is a coaching and emotional support practice. Services do not include psychotherapy, diagnosis, or treatment of mental health conditions.

No. This practice does not provide medical care, hormone therapy, prescriptions, or survival procedures.

No. Pride Corner is a cash‑based practice. Insurance is not accepted.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/Health Savings Accounts (HSA):
Some clients are able to use FSA funds to pay for Pride Corner services. Eligibility is determined by the client’s individual plan. Clients are responsible for confirming coverage and submitting documentation if reimbursement is required.

Services are available to LGBTQ+ youth (ages 12+) and LGBTQ+ adults (18+). Parent and caregiver support is offered separately through MOMM.

Many clients work with Dr. Lulu’s Pride Corner alongside therapy or medical care. Pride Corner can offer identity‑affirming support and help clients prepare for or process experiences in other systems.

Yes. Coaching sessions are private and handled with care and professionalism, within the limits outlined in the consent agreement.

Enrollment is completed through a single online form. Payment is required before services begin.

Join Pride Corner

If you’d like to support community education and youth‑focused initiatives, you can learn more about or donate to Dr. Lulu’s Angels Haven, Inc.

Support the Nonprofit

READY TO JOIN US?

If you’ve been looking for a space where you can show up fully and be met with care, you’re welcome here.

Enrollment is simple and fully online.