Dr. Christy Olezeski

Biography

Christy Olezeski is a clinical psychologist specializing in supporting transgender and gender expansive youth and their families. She is the director and co-founder of the Yale Gender Program, an interdisciplinary team that provides family-centered consultation and support for patients exploring gender identity and seeking guidance related to gender. Olezeski and her team are committed to creating a compassionate, respectful, and supportive environment for patients and families. In addition to her clinical work, Olezeski is an associate professor of psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, dedicated to teaching and mentoring students and trainees across various disciplines, including psychiatry, psychology, and public health. Her academic efforts focus on trauma-informed care, psychosexual development, and gender development. Olezeski’s research addresses health and mental health outcomes for gender diverse youth, the development of supportive systems of care, and strategies to combat disinformation regarding gender-affirming care.

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