Joe Kort – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clients – Clinical Issues and Treatment Strategies

Faculty:Joe KortDuration:6 Hours 18 MinutesFormat:Audio and VideoCopyright:Jan 20, 2020DescriptionAre you making the biggest mistake treating your LGBTQ clients? Are you pushing them to “come out”? And if you are…you could be traumatizing your clients.I made the same mistake early in my career of forcing my clients to name and claim their sexual identity.I didn’t know how to ask them about their sexual practices. And when I tried, I offended them.Watch my recording and I will equip you with the right tools and up-to-date information you need in this rapidly changing population to more effectively counsel your lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning clients, and couples.You will learn specific strategies to better treat the unique challenges your client may be facing such as:self-acceptance and internalized homophobianon hetero-normative sexual behaviors and practicestrauma and abuse from growing up LGBTQthe difficult process of coming outAlso, let me help you avoid the common mistake of believing, “a couple is a couple” and treating LGBTQ couples the same as their heterosexual counterparts.Don’t be the straight therapist that is losing LGBTQ clients because of poor intake, assessment and treatment planning. Learn how to offer your clients a safe place for therapy.Joe Kort, Ph.D., LMSWHandoutsManual – LGBTQ Clients (17.92 MB)155 PagesAvailable after PurchaseOutlineDo No Harm: Make Your LGBTQ Client Feel Safe & Respected in TherapyRed-flag words: Offensive words you might use (without you knowing!)Intake session: questions about developing identityStrategies to establish rapport and comfortTips for discussing sex and sexualityTalk About Sex!Don’t miss out on key info by ignoring the sex talkTop or bottom? And other important questions to ask: flexible, changing sexual preferences and attractionsVarieties of sexualityProtect the client from your own biases and assumptionsComing OutStigma and its impact on mental health from childhood to adulthood6 distinct stages with interventionsNavigate the 3 phases of coming out to avoid isolation and alienationFear, shame and rejection unique to this populationRelationship concerns: family, friends, school or workplaceFinding a sense of belonging in LGBTQ communityHarmful and dangerous effects of conversion therapyLGBTQ AdolescenceComing out issuesIt gets better but not before coming outBullying and other safety issues contributing to PTSDHarm reduction adult dating apps such as Grindr, Scruff, etc.Risk assessment for substance abuseAssess for suicidalityFinding supportGay MaleDevelop a treatment plan and goals for unique challenges growing up gay maleAccurate assessment of alcohol use with this high risk populationHIV & STI prevention strategies and risk and harm reductionGenerational differences informing different treatment plansInternalized homophobiaLearn specific sexual terminology to avoid alienating your clientLesbianDevelop a treatment plan and goals for unique challenges growing up lesbianSpecific terminology that is helpful and damaging in this populationSex and sexuality: what to know, what to askStrategies to manage gender dynamicsInternalized homophobia manifests in developmentBisexualityLearn strategies to help the anxiety of bisexuals in dating and relationshipsInternalized biphobia and bisexual development from childhood into adulthoodCompare and contrast male and female bisexualityTransgenderOvercome the knowledge barrierAvoid using outdated treatment plansLearn and differentiate correct terms such as gender queer, gender fluid and cisgenderStrategies to help your client tell their partner, families, friends and employersTips to discuss hormone treatments and surgical proceduresCrucial points for transgender teens medically and psychologically and how to create best treatment planQuestioningAvoid mislabeling a client and leading them down the wrong sexual identity pathDifferentiate between sexual fluidity from bisexuality, gay and lesbian identitiesDifferentiate between sexual identity, sexual behavior and sexual fantasiesWorking with LGB CouplesDynamics of a same gendered couple including vulnerabilities and strengthsComing out discrepancy causing turbulence for couplesRecognize and identify how internalized homophobia creates conflictsOpen relationships in gay male couplesSexual issues and strategies on compatibility, incompatibility, frequency and satisfactionWorking with Mixed Orientation Couples and RelationshipsSpecific stages of coming out as a mixed orientation coupleSpecialized treatment programs for the straight spousesHelping LGBTQ spouse integrate their identity into their mixed orientation relationshipsLearn how to identify which couples will succeed and which won’tFacultyJoe Kort, PhD, LMSW Related seminars and products: 5 Center for Relationship and Sexual HealthJoe Kort, Ph.D., LMSW, is a board-certified sexologist and the founder of The Center for Relationship and Sexual Health, and runs a private practice in Royal Oak, Michigan.Dr. Kort, a therapist, coach, and author, has been practicing psychotherapy for over 25 years and has spoken internationally on the subject of gay counseling. He specializes in sex therapy, gay affirmative psychotherapy, sexually compulsive behaviors, and IMAGO relationship therapy designed for couples to enhance their relationship through improved communication.Dr. Kort is a blogger for the Huffington Post and Psychology Today on issues of sexuality. He has been a guest on the various television programs on mixed orientation marriages and “sexual addiction.”Dr. Kort is the author of several books, including LGBTQ Clients in Therapy (2018), Gay Affirmative Therapy for the Straight Clinician (2008), 10 Smart Things Gay Men Can Do To Improve Their Lives (2016), 10 Smart Things Gay Men Can Do To Find Real Love (2006), and Is My Husband Gay, Straight or Bisexual (2014).Speaker Disclosure:Financial: Joe Kort is President of Joe Kort & Associates, PC. He receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.Non-financial: Joe Kort has no relevant non-financial relationship to disclose.Course Requirement: Joe Kort – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clients: Clinical Issues and Treatment StrategiesReal Value: $219.99One time cost: USD 59.99Check more original content of Joe Kort – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clients – Clinical Issues and Treatment StrategiesFrequently Asked Questions For “Joe Kort – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clients – Clinical Issues and Treatment Strategies” How to make payment for “Joe Kort – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clients – Clinical Issues and Treatment Strategies” ?Please add to cart on this page and go to checkout page. 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