12:00 Noon – 4:00 PM
Spectrum LGBT Center
30 North San Pedro Road, Suite 160, San Rafael
$20 per person
$85 for Continuing Education Credit (for MFTs, LCSWs & nurses)*
RSVP to Cristin Brew, MFT, (415) 472-1945, ext. 203
or register online here
Light lunch will be provided
While transgender people have been around for as long as people have been existed, the term “transgender” is relatively new and our social dialogue about gender identity is just beginning. This seminar provides an overview of clinical issues in working with transgender clients. Participants will learn relevant terminology, best practices, and hear from guest speakers. Join us in a safe environment to learn more about gender identity, gender variance, transsexuals, cross dressing, drag performance, intersex people, and more. Segments of the film Diagnosing Difference will be viewed and discussed.
Training objectives:
- Providers will have the opportunity to examine their own experience and understanding of gender.
- Providers will have an increased understanding of the difference between sexual orientation and gender identity and will learn about various transgender identities.
- Providers will have greater knowledge of the barriers that transgender clients face in accessing services and how transphobia impacts mental health.
- Providers will have greater knowledge of resource and referral information for transgender clients.
