Saying It Out loud (SIOL)Saying It Out loud (SIOL)Friday March 17, 2023
(all times listed in Pacific time zone)
-Welcome
-Land Acknowledgement
-Purpose of training
-Housekeeping
Intersectionality and Gender: The Influence of Western Medicalization and Beauty Standards on the Trans/GNC experience
Presented by: Leiyomi Preciado (she/they), CPC, AAC
This interactive session invites participants to examine the role of medicalization and Western ideals of beauty and gender on the experiences of trans, non-binary and gender nonconforming individuals. Participants will learn about the pathologizing of trans identities over time and reflect on the legacy of beliefs they may have inherited as mental health providers. This session will also consider intersectionality and the barriers to gender affirming care faced by individuals today, with specific attention paid to race, class and gender.
Enjoy a brief break
Deconstructing Gender Dysphoria: History, Diagnosis, and Assessment
Presented by: Matthew Goldenberg (he/him), PsyD
This session will explore the history and present-day usage of gender dysphoria diagnosis in gender affirming care. Participants can expect to deepen their understanding of issues in trans healthcare related to this diagnosis, including the impact of the gender binary, white supremacy, and capitalism. Dr. Goldenberg will help participants demystify the gender dysphoria assessment process, including a discussion of the DSM vs. the ICD9. This training will also discuss body dysmorphia, eating disorders and cognitive abilities as they relate to assessment.
Enjoy a 1 hour lunch break
Gender 201 Toolkit: Practical Steps Towards Affirming Practice
Presented by: Hez Wollin (they/them), MSW, LICSW
If you’re an affirming provider looking to translate affirmation into basic, tangible steps you can take to support transgender and gender non-conforming individuals in the therapy room, this session is for you! Participants will critically analyze the historical and present-day roles of mental health providers in gender affirming care; increase their comfort with relevant language and terms; understand the basics of gender affirming medical intervention and receive support to self-reflect on their own beliefs and practices. Discussion of power, intersectionality and systemic oppression will be woven throughout.
-Closing housekeeping items
-Instructions for being eligible for Continuing Education Hour certificate (mandatory survey to complete)
-Feedback or suggestions for future trainings needs
This Program is pending approval for 4.5 CEU(s) for Licensed Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors, and Marriage and Family Therapists by the Washington State Society for Clinical Social Work.
Workshop 1 — 1 hr 30 min: 1.5 CEHs
Workshop 2 — 1 hr 30 min: 1.5 CEHs
Workshop 3 — 1 hr 30 min: 1.5 CEHs
Total CEHs to be awarded for attending full Webinar: 4.5 CEH’s (pending confirmation)
To be eligible for CEH certificates, a mandatory evaluation/survey must be completed after the event. It will be emailed out to all attendees upon conclusion of the webinar.
Please note: there is no post-event on-demand or recorded option. Live webinar only.
