Banner photo by Dr. Ruben Hopwood
consultation history and approach
I work with mental health and medical professionals, businesses, and researchers who are committed to positive growth, increased understanding, and well-being in their own lives and in the lives of those they serve and care for. Through my work I support health professionals to be more competent, sensitive, and responsive in caring for trans, nonbinary, and gender diverse people.
My experience as a leader in the effort to develop and expand gender-affirming care models within the U.S. includes educational seminars and workshops, consultations, and training for several thousand medical and mental health professionals across the country. I managed the Fenway Health Trans Health Program from 2007-2019 where I was instrumental in the growth of the program from 115 patients to over 5,200 and in the movement of the organization from marginal competency in gender affirming care to being a world leader in gender affirming primary health care.
I can help you and your group to become more competent in gender diversity care and sensitivity.
Contact me today about how I can support you
“Ruben’s expertise in the mental health field is impressive, and I really appreciate his way of explaining complex concepts. What shines through his work is his passion and commitment to people, and it’s obvious that he cares deeply about the health and well-being of the community.”
Consultation areas
Gender affirming care, sensitivity, and competence
Integrating spirituality into therapy
Research and publications in specialty areas
Primary audiences
Medical and health care providers
Human resources and other organizational leadership
Graduate students
Professional conferences
Chaplaincy and pastoral care supervisors, groups, and professionals
Other groups always considered
modes of consultation and training
Dr. Hopwood speaking at Newton-Wellesley Hospital
One-to-One or Groups, 60-minutes up to multi-day
In-person, video-conference, teleconference, webinars, electronic communication
Conferences, guest lectures, professional development, human resources, research
Many other options are available to fit your needs
Watch a webinar by Dr. Hopwood on assessments and referrals for gender affirming surgery. (Please note, you will need to register for free to download and watch this webinar from the National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center, a program of Fenway Health. Free CMEs are available for this course.)
Let’s talk about how I can support your professional development
organizations I have had the privilege to provide consultation to include:
(This list is not exhaustive)
