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EPISODE · Mar 17, 2026 · 40 MIN

A Trans Woman on Acceptance, Therapy, and Why Kids Shouldn’t Rush Transition

from Chat with Dr. Kat · host Dr. Kat Derrig-Palumbo

In this episode of Chat with Dr. Kat, Dr. Kat speaks with Daviana Memont, a trans woman, about gender identity, therapy, family acceptance, and the debate over youth transition. Daviana shares her personal transition story, including how she understood her identity from a young age, how her parents and daughter responded, and what it was like to begin living openly.Dr. Kat and Daviana also discuss the role of transgender therapy, the difference between immediate affirmation and deeper psychological exploration, and why Daviana believes children should not be rushed into social or medical transition. They explore parenting, mental health, confidence, emotional support, and the importance of giving families and individuals space to ask difficult questions with honesty and compassion.This episode offers a direct conversation about transition, acceptance, gender dysphoria, therapy, and the concerns many parents have as they try to understand what is best for their children.I want to hear from you!  To submit show ideas or be considered as a guest, visit https://chatwithdrkat.com/contact/Follow Chat with Dr. Kat:Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chatwithdrkatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chatwithdrkatYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chatwithdrkatTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatwithdrkatX:  https://x.com/ChatwithDrKatHealth & Wellness Programs:https://mindbodyseries.com/

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In this episode of Chat with Dr. Kat, Dr. Kat speaks with Daviana Memont, a trans woman, about gender identity, therapy, family acceptance, and the debate over youth transition. Daviana shares her personal transition story, including how she understood her identity from a young age, how her parents and daughter responded, and what it was like to begin living openly. Dr. Kat and Daviana also discuss the role of transgender therapy, the difference between immediate affirmation and deeper psycho...

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