Attendees will learn evidence-based, individual and family therapy practices for LGBTQIA+ youth. This session will highlight creating an inclusive therapeutic context and recognizing intersectional identities of individual students.

Presented by: Leah Love, MSSA, LISW, LCSW

Leah Love (she/her) has a passion for helping others and creating a safe space for individuals to navigate through life’s barriers. Leah is an independently practicing social worker with an undergraduate degree in Applied Science and a postgraduate degree in Master of Science in Social Administration (MSSA). Leah Love, MSSA, LISW, LCSW has a hybrid role with Vita Health as Clinical Development Lead and Clinician. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Ohio. She has worked in the social service field for over 10 years in both clinical and administrative roles.

Leah has a passion for assisting others reach their goals, needs and fundamental happiness by intentionally creating a safe environment to work through life’s barriers. She practices from an array of theoretical perspectives utilizing various applicable interventions. Her expertise is in working with youth identifying in the LGBTQ+ community.

Learn more about this series: Supporting the Mental Well-being of LGBTQIA+ Youth in Schools