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More Than Just a Rainbow Sticker: How to be an Affirmative Therapist
June 18, 2019
ALSANA 2019 WEBINAR SERIES
Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am PT/12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET
Presenter: Allison Burnett, LICSW, CEDS
1 CE hour
Abstract: This presentation will provide an overview of the prevalence of mental health issues in the LGBTQ population. After reviewing proper language to be used when working with the LGBTQ community, Allison will guide attendees through self-reflection on their sexual identity, and how it may affect their relationship with their LGBTQ clients. By using a three-step model, clinicians will be able to assess how heteronormative assumptions, institutional heterosexism, and heterosexual privilege may affect their relationship with their clients. Allison will also educate on three different models of the coming out process. Attendees will be educated on how to develop and communicate an LGBTQ affirming environment.