Mazzoni Center recognizes everyone’s gender narrative is unique and there are many pathways to feeling whole. Those who seek gender-affirming surgery may need to present a letter from a mental health professional as requested by their surgeon and/or insurance company. Mazzoni Center continues to evaluate our process to serve our patients best, while reducing barriers, increasing access and maintaining this service at low cost. Our goal is to keep this consultation collaborative and supportive.

Our Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) will meet with you to discuss your relevant information, goals for surgery. BHCs can also provide support with aftercare and any unmet needs, and offer resources and information. We can provide you with a letter directly or send it to your surgical coordinator. In most cases we can respond to requests for appointment fairly quickly; however, kindly allow as much notice as possible to ensure we can meet your timeline. We accept most insurances and offer a low-cost sliding scale for those without insurance. Our Behavioral Health Consultant will provide information and answer any questions you may have about the process.  

Assessments are scheduled by appointment only. Walk-ins are not available for this service.

How To Set up An Appointment

Via your medical provider: Mention it to your Mazzoni Center provider and they will link you to a Behavioral Health Consultant.