Sometimes in life we are lucky enough to find a person who has the compassion, intelligence and wisdom to help guide us through our darkest hours. For me, Dr. O’Connor has been one of those people. Dr. O’Connor brings a passion and commitment to her patients that is unmatched by others in her profession.
I have suffered with gender issues my entire life, and I have been in therapy with someone else before seeing Dr. O’Connor. For me, treating with Dr. O’Connor has been a unique experience because she understands the issues I was and am dealing with so well. Having been down this path herself, and carried the same burdens I have, she brings a perspective to therapy that is without equal in the Transgender community. She knows first hand what we are dealing with, because she has lived it.
I would hasten to add that although the LGBTI Community has a tremendous resource in Dr. O’Connor, her ability to help individuals and couples who are suffering, is not limited to the Community. I have not hesitated to recommend Dr. O’Connor to straight friends who were is need of an excellent therapist. Those who have come to see her have not been disappointed.
Coming to terms with my gender issues has been huge, but changing my gender has not been the most important change in my life over the last two years. Slowly, sometimes painfully, for the first time in my life, Dr. O’Connor has helped me to move past the guilt and fear that have ruled my life. I have now come to appreciate life in a way I never thought possible. That is the most welcome change in my life!
I’m not sure it’s possible to adequately acknowledge a person who has literally saved you life. But to the extent mere words must suffice, I say this – Dr. O’Connor, from the bottom of my heart thank you for your wisdom, counsel and support.
~ Robyn NJ 2009
I have been a patient of Dr. Lisa O'Connor since December, 2008. I can say, without hesitation, that she has literally saved my life. I was confused and unhappy when I first contacted her and was considering taking my own life. Through her innate warmth and caring, as well as her professional excellence, she has helped me sort out who I really am, and where I need to go with my life. The road ahead for me as a 50-something transwoman is not going to be easy, but I take strength from knowing that I am not alone...Dr. Lisa will be there with me. Dr. O'Connor is an outstanding physician, a gifted psychiatrist, and an amazing human being. I consider myself lucky on two counts: I have her as my doctor and as my friend.
~ Diana C. - NJ 2009
Dr. Lisa O'Connor has been an incredible support for me. Living in Alaska there are so
few resources and fewer trained medical providers to support a very small Trans
population. Since the beginning, when I first sought support, Dr. Lisa was willing to
send information not only to me but to speak to my provider helping ensure I received
proper care. Since that time I have received periodical check-ins to see how my transition is progressing, feed back to the many questions I have had along the way and most importantly, personal reassurances. I am impressed with the sincerity of care, and the
detail she is willing to share with not only myself but my local provider. I truly feel Dr.
Lisa is an asset to the GLBT community as a whole setting a high standard in personal
care.
~ Dawn - Sitka, Alaska
"In this day and age, patients strive for good old fashion medical care that is compassionate and
up to par with medical technology. Dr. Lisa offers patients that and more: Dignity."
~ Aiden, Iowa
Dr Lisa O'Connor has been my attending physician for 6 months in a MtoF gender transition. I came to her as a referral from another dear friend who I respect greatly and am close girlfriends with for one year. She is also a patient of Dr. Lisa and totally thrilled with her doctor's care.
I have never felt in better hands with a Doctor. My family Doctor ... who I have been confidently with for about 10 years is a much respected women’s/family Community Doctor and totally supportive in my Transition needs. I have shared my complete medical history and transgender progress with her. She has felt that I am getting excellent care in my MtoF treatment. I have always felt totally comfortable in her hands. Dr Lisa takes the oath to a level of Doctor/patient connection, confidentiality and caring to a totally new height in my medical experiences. I have had several specialists (Cardio, G.I., ENT, Dermo, etc.) in the past 20 years; but none can compare with Dr. O'Connor. Her sensitivity to the special needs of her patients is a
constant light and boost to my feelings of comfort, confidence, and continued feeling of good health. Her practice merges the physical, psychological and emotional aspects of care so that a holistic feeling of “My Health Status” is in a state of constant awareness and always totally accessible. I can only simply say that I have put my-SELF in Dr. Lisa's hands completely and with total confidence. There is no question ever of her abilities, expertise, skill and caring.
I would recommend Dr Lisa O'Connor to my Mother :-) ... anyone I loved or anyone who needed care.
Respectfully,
Patricia Leigh - New Jersey
Hi my name is Pete, and I live in New Jersey. I have been seeing Dr. Lisa O'Connor going on 6 months now. When I wrote my first E-mail to her asking for help. I wasn’t sure I was doing the right thing, or that she would be able to help me. Since then my life has changed for the better. She has help me in so many ways. Dr. O’Connor has helped me to see things about myself in a different way, and to try things that I would never have thought were possible for me to do. Dr. Lisa has helped me to realize & understand things, which in turn helped me to understand my inner self & feelings. I think she has helped me to realize that I was not alone in how I felt inside. That it was ok to do certain things to make your self feel alive & right with the world. I would recommend “Dr. Lisa O’Connor” to anyone that feels they need to have someone to really listen to them, understand just how they feel, and help them to find inner peace.
- Jillian, NJ
After many years of feeling inside guilt and turmoil I finally decided to seek outside help. Upon the
recommendation of a friend I contacted Dr. O'Connor. From her very first email I immediately felt a sense of caring & genuine interest in me and upon my first visit to her office I was greeted with respect and compassion from her staff. After my session I knew I had made the right choice.
Dr. Lisa is kind, compassionate, knowledgeable and above all a friend. I look forward to long relationship with Dr. Lisa and her staff and I know I will have a friend to help me through my journey.
Thank you to Dr. Lisa, Mary and Maureen for being here.
Gerri - Barnegat, NJ
Dr. Lisa has been an invaluable doctor and friend offering medical expertise and general
guidance in my transitioning efforts. I'm in good hands and if ever I need something
she's always prompt in giving help.
Thank you for everything, Dr. Lisa.
Melissa Carter
Lambertville, NJ
Dear Dr Lisa O’Connor:
We wanted to extend our sincerest appreciation for taking part in our Cultural
Competency Program at various health care and educational facilities in NJ.
I have heard nothing but raves about your presentation and how meaningful it
was to all who participated.Your expertise, passion,and ability to relate to all
audiences has been met with requests for an encore presentation. We
appreciate both your skill set and your willingness to work so flexibly with us.
Thank you for helping us increase the awareness and understanding of our
communities.
We look forward to working with you again in the future.
Sincerely,
Lori Tarke
National Director of Training
TNT Educational Services.
