Intersectional Authenticity with LGBTQ+ Clients

Intersectionality is a necessary frame for understanding the ways that some groups hold multiple oppressed identities at the same time. The compounding nature of that oppression can frequently lead to violence, social inequality, and other negative implications for these groups. 

Radical Authenticity, developed by Moe Ari Brown, LMFT, is an intersectional approach to understanding the ways that those marginalized identities can be integrated, accepted, and embraced despite opposition, violence, or discrimination by external forces. In this webinar, learn to implement Radical Authenticity into your practice, as it could be vital and protective for many LGBTQIA+ clients as they navigate the challenges of living in societies that cumulatively oppress their identities.

1.5 Hours CE. Recorded video format (non-interactive)

ESTIMATED COURSE LENGTH: 1.50 hours

CE/CNE CREDITS: 1.50 continuing education/contact hours for social workers, psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, and nurses

TARGET AUDIENCE: mental health practitioners and nurses

LEVEL OF INSTRUCTION: Intermediate

PREREQUISITE(S): None

INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD: Recorded video format (non-interactive)

ACCESSIBILITY ACCOMMODATIONS: Closed captioning of audio components. In order to request further accessibility accommodations, please email support@psychhub.com.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: To obtain your CE certificate, learners must complete a pre-test (not scored), progress through all course segments, complete a participant evaluation, and obtain a score of 80% or higher on a post-test. Learners are expected to complete the quiz within 3 attempts. If unable to do so, the learner will need to re-review the course segments.

FINANCIAL/COMMERCIAL SUPPORT STATEMENT: This course has no commercial support.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:  This course has no potential conflict of interest or outside commercial support. Psych Hub's conflict of interest statement is found in the footer of the training center.

GRIEVANCE AND REFUND POLICIES: Grievance and refund policies are found in the footer of the training center.

PARTICIPATION COSTS:  The cost to participate in this CE activity is included in the subscription registration fee.

COURSE CREATION DATE: 9/8/2022

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Describe the history of the concept of intersectionality
• Identify at least three important intersectional factors for work in the mental health field
• Assess how an intersectional approach of Radical Authenticity would enhance your practice
• Apply at least four concepts of intersectionality and Radical Authenticity in your work with LGBTQIA+ clients

1. Theory
   
   1. Introduction to course
   2. Definition of intersectionality
   3. Illustrative examples of LGBTQ+ identity
   4. Why intersectionality is important
2. Clinical Application
   1. Radical Authenticity defined
   2. How the need for an intersectional approach shows up in the work
   3. Ways to approach this as a therapist
   4. The client experience
   5. Nod to interdisciplinary work