Dr. Ann Gillies is a respected professional counselor and author with expertise in trauma, gender ideology, and faith-based recovery. She has dedicated her career to exposing the truth about gender-affirming care for children. In her testimony, Dr. Gillies describes gender-affirming care as an “ultimate deception” that causes irreversible harm to minors. She presents evidence on the risks of puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and surgeries for children and adolescents.
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Credentials
Dr. Ann Gillies holds a PhD in Philosophy of Professional Counseling, which she obtained in 2013. She has extensive experience as a family therapist, individual and marriage counselor, adjunct professor, chaplain, and speaker. Dr. Gillies is also a published author, having written books on trauma, gender ideology, and faith-based recovery. Her background combines professional expertise with personal experiences that have driven her to expose what she sees as harmful ideologies affecting children and families. Dr. Gillies is passionate about revealing truths she believes are being obscured in society, particularly regarding gender-affirming care for minors.
Summary
Dr. Gillies presents a comprehensive critique of gender-affirming care for minors, describing it as an ‘ultimate deception’ in society. She outlines how children are being subjected to harmful ideologies and medical interventions from a young age. Dr. Gillies discusses the risks and permanent consequences of puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and gender transition surgeries for children and adolescents. She argues that many pre-existing mental health conditions and traumas are being overlooked in favor of gender transition. Dr. Gillies presents data on the exponential rise in gender clinic referrals and critiques the financial incentives driving the gender industry. She calls for a return to exploratory therapy and trauma-informed care rather than immediate affirmation of gender identities. Dr. Gillies urges parents, educators, mental health professionals and lawmakers to take action to protect children from what she views as harmful gender ideology and medical practices.
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