Transphobia--prejudice, discrimination, and gender-related violence due to negative attitudes toward transgender identity--may pose a risk factor for experiencing trauma in transgender individuals. Transphobia contributes to the experience of trauma and other mental health concerns among transgender individuals. Transphobia can be manifested from the subtle to the extreme, occurring in the general cultural context as well as in the attitudes of therapists and healthcare providers. However, the transgender population has demonstrated a remarkable range of protective factors that defend against experiencing and developing adverse responses to trauma and shows resiliency in working for change. Clinicians can become advocates for transgender rights, thereby sending a message to the public that transphobic violence is not tolerated. Clinicians can also promote improvements in legislation, education, prevention, and intervention. The transgender community is disproportionately affected by violence. Risk and resiliency factors associated with experiencing traumatic violence among transgender populations are addressed in this article. References