Lunchtime Learning with Dr. Brittany Bate on Friday, June 13 at Noon

This presentation will discuss research-informed best practices in treatment and assessment of LGBTQIA +

clients, including taking a more critical look at the diagnosis of Gender Dysphoria. We will explore our ethical

guidelines in relation to offering competent and affirming care to LGBTQIA+ clients. We will discuss a history

of discrimination experienced by LGBTQIA+ clients, harm caused within mental health and medical facilities,

as well as mental health, medical and substance-use related risk factors for the LGBTQIA+ community. We will

examine gender identity, gender expression, pronoun use/practice, gender "blind spots" and the social

construction of gender, best practices in utilizing affirming language, and offering resources for additional

learning and education. We will consider how to apply the aforementioned to forensic and correctional settings,

including in documentation, verbal discussions, and case management. Participants will be able to think more

thoughtfully regarding diverse experiences of gender and sexual orientation and will better understand how to

create safer and more affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ clients.