High cost, lack of services barriers to accessing gender-affirming care in Tasmania, report finds

Ash Russell has been experiencing significant delays in accessing hormone therapy sessions. (ABC News: Ash Russell)

For Ash Russell, the journey towards embracing their authentic self has been life changing, but it hasn't been easy or cheap.

The 27-year-old began the process of coming out in 2020 but wasn't able to get an appointment for hormone replacement therapy until a year later.