Twice the Journey: Raising Trans and Non-Binary Teens with Tracey Kite

Twice the Journey: Raising Trans and Non-Binary Teens with Tracey Kite

June 18, 2026 · 35 min · Season 2 · Episode 5

About this episode

Tracey Kite shares her experiences and insights on raising trans and non-binary teens.

Wendy sits down with Tracey Kite, a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience at JCFS Chicago and now in private practice, and a parent of two teens. Tracey shares her personal journey raising 17-year-old twins, one who identifies as trans male and one as non-binary, offering candid insight into what it's really like to support a child through gender transition. From navigating pronouns with extended family to finding community resources, Tracey gives parents a compassionate, practical roadmap, including exactly what to say when your child comes out to you.

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