Each year the United States celebrates Pride Month which commemorates years of struggle for civil rights and the ongoing pursuit of equal justice under the law for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community (LGBTQ+) as well as the accomplishments of LGBTQ individuals. While this community still faces challenges, it is important for community behavioral health agencies to consider how they can better serve this community. In this webinar, participants will be introduced to key terms related to sexual orientation and gender identify and the spectrum it represents. The use of pronouns will be explored as well as ways to consider how to help clients have better visits. The overall goal for this webinar will be to introduce important topics related to the LGBTQ+ community.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. Become familiar with language related to identity.
2. Raise awareness of LGBTQ+ issues.
3. Promote a more respectful and positive experience for your clients.
CERTIFICATES:
Registrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.
PRESENTER:
Jaden holds a Master's degree in Social Work from Case Western Reserve University and is a licensed social worker, as well as an Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist. Currently, Jaden serves as a dedicated therapist at Affirming Pathways Psychotherapy, focusing on treating suicidality, trauma in children and teens, and individuals who identify as queer and/or practice ethical non-monogamy.
In addition to their clinical work, Jaden is deeply committed to social justice advocacy. They have been actively involved with a racial justice group and regularly present at conferences on topics such as the experiences of transgender individuals seeking access to primary and emergency healthcare. Furthermore, Jaden is a disability advocate with specialized knowledge of access needs related to service dogs.
This training is provided by our valued partners at the Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities.
