Places Limited to 40
Event will close for bookings 5th June 25
In Person - WRC Introduction to Working with LGBTQ+ Client
Presenter's Bio:
James is an accredited psychotherapist with IACP . He is the founder of Rainbow Minds Centre, a specialist service working with the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities. He is an international speaker on the intersectionality of queerness and neurodivergence and has delivered training to mental health professionals, educators, and organisations across multiple sectors.
He is also the programme lead for Ireland’s only specialist Diploma in Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diversity (IACP-accredited), designed to equip therapists with the necessary skills to work competently and affirmatively with GSRD clients. His work focuses on trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and culturally competent approaches in psychotherapy. He has extensive experience working directly with LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients, as well as training professionals in mental health and social care on affirming practices.
Event Outline:
This workshop will provide an interactive introduction to working with the LGBTQ+ community. It will cover key concepts related to gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity, offering participants a deeper understanding of the specific challenges LGBTQ+ individuals may face in mental health settings.
Through discussion and practical engagement, participants will explore the foundations of affirming therapy, the impact of minority stress, and best practices for creating safe, inclusive therapeutic spaces. This session is designed to increase confidence and competence in working with LGBTQ+ clients in a respectful and informed way.
● Interactive workshop: group discussions, case study exploration, and practical exercises
● Lecture-style presentation: covering theoretical foundations and best practices
● BA Counselling & Psychotherapy
● Diploma in Adolescent Psychotherapy
● MSc in Adolescent Psychotherapy (in progress)
● Diploma in Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diversity
● Accredited member of IACP (Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy)
● Member of European/World Professional Association of Transgender Health
The learning outcomes to be acquired as a result of attending the workshop / presentation:
● Develop a deeper understanding of working with LGBTQ+ clients in mental health and therapeutic settings
● Gain a solid grounding in affirming approaches when working with the GSRD (Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diversity) population
● Understand the barriers and challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and how to provide effective support
● Learn how to create an inclusive and affirming space in therapeutic practice
CPD Certs will be emailed to participants after attendance at the Event
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