No matter how well someone comes recommended, or how many degrees they have, you should exercise caution and seek a second opinion when you think one is needed. Some advice is so bad that it can be spotted right off. If anyone gives tells you any of the following, thank them, but for goodness' sake, ignore them. You don't need the Standards of Care . You do .
Therapists are a waste of money and time .
If you know that surgery is right for you, you don't need a real-life test . Few people see your genitals. Altering them will not affect your life in any appreciable way. They will not make you more passable, nor more acceptable to others. I know where you can get some hormones .