Welcome to Affirm
Training for a Trans-inclusive tomorrow
Our courses are directly adapted from our own multi-award-winning book, 'Gender Affirming Therapy' recipient of the American Psychological Association’s Division 44 2025 Distinguished Book Award, and the British Psychological Society’s 2025 Best Practitioners’ Text
Empowering Inclusivity in Every Sector
Since 2023, We are committed to becoming the gold standard of quality gender affirming care worldwide. To date we have trained nearly 500 clinicians in 12 countries. At Affirm, we weave gender-affirming knowledge into every professional field to dismantle stigma. Guided by the authentic, lived experiences of the transgender community, we cultivate compassionate and ethical practices.
What We Offer
Partnership Opportunities for Organisations
We co-create bespoke training tailored to your organisation’s unique goals, whether you operate in healthcare, education, or the corporate sector. Partnering with us helps you reduce workplace conflict, eliminate stigma, and build a cohesive, genuinely inclusive culture.
Direct Courses for Professionals
Our interactive courses offer immediate access to evidence-based training guided by international standards of practice. Combining real-world case studies with reflective exercises, these modules provide the clinical and professional framework needed to deliver truly compassionate care.

Our Partners
Our customers say…
expertise in preparing patients for successful outcomes
"As a plastic surgeon, I highly value the clinical precision Laura Scarrone Bonhomme brings to her practice. She is an exceptionally knowledgeable clinician who provides comprehensive psychological assessments that demonstrate a profound understanding of the complex factors requiring resolution prior to surgical intervention. I wholeheartedly recommend Laura Scarrone Bonhomme for her compassion, thoroughness and expertise in preparing patients for successful outcomes."
— Mr Philip Rubin, Consultant Plastic Surgeon
Explore Courses
Comprehensive programmes
The Foundations courses
Eighteen lessons each, with case studies, reflective exercises and recorded narratives from gender-diverse contributors.
Foundations of Gender: A Clinician's Journey
In this comprehensive course for clinicians we will summarise evidence-based best practices for working with transgender and non-binary people. We put clinicians at the forefront, helping them unearth their strengths, confront preconceptions, and develop a reflective practice.
Foundations of Gender: An Ally’s Journey
Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and joys faced by gender-diverse individuals in this comprehensive professional course. You'll explore the role gender plays in all our lives, challenge preconceptions, and discover your strengths in supporting transgender and non-binary people. With recorded narratives from gender-diverse voices, this course brings authentic insights into the lived experiences of those we serve.
Single topics
Shorter courses
Taken on their own or as a way in. Each stands alone — there is no required order.
Looking in the mirror
The experience of trans and non-binary people
Sex, Gender, and Gender Identity
Beyond penises and vaginas, gender and where to start
Sexuality beyond labels
Who and what you like?
Understanding Gender Norms
What does it mean to be masculine or feminine?
What if they clock me?
The problematic question of passing


































