Transgender Health

Services Available at Health and Counseling

We provide appointments available for individuals considering transition or those currently on HRT (ex: labwork).

Our licensed therapists are available to provide support to those that are considering HRT or currently transitioning.

Community Resources

We recognize that students might seek physical and mental care outside of UNC Asheville’s Health and Counseling Center. Below are a list of local medical providers that trans-students might look to for care:

Transgender health care in Western North Carolina

Tranzmissions’s local list of medical providers/support groups 

Online Educational Resources

TSA Travel information for transgender passengers 

Important list of rights for transgender students

Information and help on binding

Transgender Birth Certificates: Laws by State

Support for Trans-Students

T-Vox Podcast short, ten-minute, discussions about topics of interest to genderqueer, intersex and/or transsexual people. Each discussion either covers a specific topic or gives an overview to a subject into which subsequent discussions will delve in more detail.

 The “Lounge” is a space for teens, parents, and professionals to connect with one another. Members can form their own groups and participate in our broader online community. Meet new people and connect with friends and colleagues online.

YouthOutRight is a youth non-profit organization for empowering LGBTQIA youth ages 14-20. provides information, support & resources.

Hotlines for 24/7 support

TransLife Line   is a non-profit dedicated to the well being of transgender people. They run a hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people. Trans Lifeline volunteers are ready to respond to whatever support needs members of our community might have.

The Trevor Project offers trained counselors to support you 24/7. If you are a young person in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk, contact us via phone, text, or online chat.