Genspect Netherlands
Genspect Netherlands is the Dutch-speaking branch of Genspect, an international organisation active in more than 25 countries.
We support parents, young people, detransitioners and individuals experiencing gender-related distress. We advocate for careful, evidence-based, non-medicalised approaches, placing psychological support and individual wellbeing at the centre of care.
Through information, advocacy and practical support, we work to encourage greater transparency and accountability in gender healthcare across the Netherlands and Belgium.
Visit our Dutch-language website: genspect.nl.
Genspect Nederland
Genspect Nederland is de Nederlandstalige afdeling van Genspect, een internationale organisatie die actief is in meer dan 25 landen.
Wij ondersteunen ouders, jongeren, detransitioners en mensen die gendergerelateerde problemen ervaren. Wij pleiten voor zorgvuldige, wetenschappelijk onderbouwde en niet-gemedicaliseerde zorg bij genderstress, waarbij psychologische ondersteuning en individueel welzijn centraal staan.
Via voorlichting, belangenbehartiging en praktische ondersteuning zetten wij ons in voor meer begrip, transparantie en verantwoording binnen de genderzorg in Nederland en België.
Ondersteuning voor ouders
Heeft u vragen of zorgen over uw kind? Genspect Nederland biedt emotionele steun via een besloten oudergroep, waarin ouders ervaringen kunnen delen en elkaar kunnen ondersteunen.
Daarnaast bieden wij praktische informatie en advies over hoe ouders kunnen handelen wanneer zij zich zorgen maken over de zorgvuldigheid of transparantie van een kliniek of instelling.
In september 2026 waren 196 ouders aangesloten bij deze groep. Alle meldingen worden vertrouwelijk behandeld.
Ondersteuning voor patiënten
Genspect Nederland biedt ook ondersteuning aan mensen die twijfelen aan hun medische transitie, spijt ervaren of klachten hebben over hun behandeling.
Wij bieden praktische informatie over mogelijke vervolgstappen bij klachten, letsel of zorgen over de verleende zorg. Anoniem contact is mogelijk en meldingen worden vertrouwelijk behandeld.
Genspect Netherlands (English)
Genspect Netherlands promotes a psychological approach to gender-related distress, advocating for careful assessment, informed decision-making and non-medicalised support.
Our work focuses on three key areas:
Supporting parents and families
We provide a confidential support network for parents concerned about their child’s gender-related distress or experiences with gender healthcare. Parents can share experiences, receive emotional support and access practical guidance.
As of September 2026, the Dutch parent support group had 196 members.
Supporting patients and detransitioners
We provide confidential information and practical guidance for individuals questioning their medical transition, experiencing regret, or concerned about injuries or complications arising from treatment. Anonymous enquiries are welcome.
Education, research and public awareness
We publish Dutch-language articles, commentary and analysis on gender healthcare, research, medical ethics and public policy, with a particular focus on developments in the Netherlands and Belgium.
We advocate for greater transparency, accountability and careful consideration of the evidence informing clinical practice.
Latest News from the Netherlands
Genspect Nederland Team
Genspect Netherlands brings together parents, individuals and advocates concerned with the treatment of gender-related distress.
The Dutch team provides information, coordinates support for parents and patients, and contributes to public discussion about gender healthcare, medical ethics and policy.
Through its Dutch-language website, the team publishes news, analysis and commentary relevant to the Netherlands and Belgium.
Resources
Genspect Netherlands provides access to information and support for parents, families, patients and professionals.
Parent Support Group
A confidential community offering emotional support, shared experiences and practical guidance for parents concerned about their child’s gender-related distress.
Patient and Detransitioner Support
Confidential information and guidance for individuals questioning their transition or experiencing regret, complications or concerns about treatment.
Gender Dysphoria Support Tool
A questionnaire designed to help parents document their knowledge and observations of their child, providing additional background information that can be shared with healthcare professionals. View the tool.
Beyond Trans
Free online support groups for detransitioners, people questioning their medical transition and parents of trans-identified children. Groups include peer support and therapist-facilitated sessions. Visit Beyond Trans.
Dutch-Language Articles and Analysis
News, opinion and analysis concerning gender healthcare, research and public policy in the Netherlands and Belgium.
