Professional Training

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This is a 4-hour training that can be completed in a single session or 2 2-hour sessions. It is designed to introduce the basics of LGBTQ identities and vocabulary, challenge biases and examine power, privilege, and oppression, and teach about creating an inviting space to minimize potential harm to LGBTQ folks. Participants that complete the training may sign a values statement and in return will receive a placard that can be displayed in their workspace to publicly identify that they have completed an ally training. This is a foundational training that is open to any individual or organization.
- Cost: Training starts at $19 per person for a minimum of 10 people. Discounts may be available for additional participants. Ask about organization rates.
- Scheduling: Check the training schedule below or contact us about scheduling an additional training.

This training builds on basic knowledge of LGBTQ+ identities and issues, and is centered around the work of the mental health professional. Participants will learn about common issues, best practices, and interventions. This training will also prepare participants to be able to conduct assessments and provide letters of support for transgender and non-binary clients seeking medical transition. Participants will be asked to think critically about their identities, biases, and values and participants are encouraged to allow themselves to be open to challenging thoughts.
- Cost: Training starts at $80 per person for a minimum of 5 people. Discounts may be available for additional participants. Ask about organization rates.
- Scheduling: Check the training schedule below or contact us about scheduling an additional training.

Training: Supporting Furry Clients: Affirming Practice within Queer and Trans Communities

Furry Studies Conference, Pre-Conference Workshop
- October 30, 2025 - Tacoma, WA

Guest Lecture: Child and Adolescent Identity Development & Working with Gender Diverse Youth

Keynote: Identity Development and Affirming Care with Sexual and Gender Minorities

The Kentucky Association of Systemic Therapists - 2024 Winter Conference
February 29, 2024 - Louisville, KY
- Session 1: Gaining Knowledge
- Session 2: Becoming an Ally to Support SGM Clients
- Session 3: Clinical Work with SGM Clients
- Session 4: Gender Affirming Care

Guest Lecture: Sexual and Gender Diversity in Marriage and Family Therapy

Training: LGBTQ: An Introduction to Allyship and Safer Spaces

May 17, 2023 - Permian Basin, TX
- Part 1: Gaining Knowledge
- Part 2: Engagement and Allyship

Training: Clinical Work with LGBQ+ and Transgender Clients

Agency-Wide Training - Clinton, IA
April 15, 2022
- Part 1: Working with LGBQ+ Clients
- Part 2: Working with Gender Diverse Clients and Writing Letters of Support

Training: LGBTQ+ and Safe Zone Training