Seminar Overview
This in-person seminar will explore the definitions of current LGBTQ+ terminology, as well as diagnostic information regarding sexual and gender identity concerns. Additionally, we will discuss legal and ethical implications and holistic treatment considerations for this population.
Learning Objectives
- Gain a basic understanding of the current LGBTQ+ terminology, and biological and social considerations.
- Learn how to empathize and engage with clients struggling with sexual and gender identity concerns.
- Review diagnostic information for gender and sexuality related disorders.
- Discover new treatment options for working with the LGBTQ+ population.
Agenda
- 12 to 12:45 p.m. – Learning objective #1
- 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. – Learning objective #2
- 1:45 to 2 p.m. – Break
- 2 to 2:45 p.m. – Learning objective #3
- 2:45 to 3:30 p.m. – Learning objective #4 and case studies
About the Speaker
Morgan Jenkins, Ph.D., NCC, LPC, ACS, is a clinical assistant professor at the University of West Georgia. She teaches multiple courses, and she designed the new elective course, Gender & Sexuality for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School counseling programs. Dr. Jenkins also works part-time in private practice, where she works with clients with various concerns but sees mostly those with gender and/or sexuality issues.
Continuing Education Credit
Licensed professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists: Willowbrooke at Tanner has been approved for three hours of continuing education (CEs) through the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia (LPCA of GA).