This workshop is designed to help clinical social workers develop the skills needed to provide effective, affirming therapy to transgender and gender diverse (TGD) clients. We will explore the mental health needs of transgender individuals and communities, drawing from TGD lived experiences. Participants will learn practical, strengths-based strategies to create a supportive therapeutic alliance that affirms gender identity and promotes resilience. By the end of the workshop, clinicians will be better equipped to deliver personalized, inclusive care rooted in empathy, cultural humility, and client empowerment.
Learning objectives:
Deepen conceptual flexibility about gender to better hold space and empower TGD clients' self-determination.
Build cultural humility and empathy for the lived experiences of TGD people in a culture that too often others and dehumanizes gender diversity.
Try out best practices to address distinct needs of TGD individuals, closing the confidence gap for emerging trans-affirming practitioners.
This workshop is specifically designed to empower clinical social workers and other clinicians with the knowledge and skills to begin providing care to trans and gender diverse clients. This webinar is eligible for CEUs in the following categories: Anti-discrimination, Cross-cultural practice.
Speaker's bio: Charles Strauss, LICSW is a clinical social worker with a private practice since 2010. He received his master's in social work degree from Simmons University in Boston. He works with couples, relationships, and families across the full range of gender and sexuality, including folks of LGBTQ+, polyamory / ethical nonmonogamy, and kink / BDSM experience. In addition, he facilitates a free online drop-in monthly support group for bisexual and bi-curious men (trans-inclusive). He has been a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health, was awarded the Bisexual Resource Center’s Unsung Hero Award, and provided clinical support to establish OUT MetroWest's Umbrella program for transgender, non-binary, and gender questioning middle and high school youth. He provides clinical consultation and has presented workshops and published articles for NASW-MA on several occasions. For more information, please visit CharlesStrauss.com.
Please note: This webinar will be hosted in a Zoom Meeting room. Attendees will receive an email with details to join one day prior to the webinar. To receive CE credit, attendees must attend the full duration of the webinar; partial credit is not available. Please read our virtual programs and conferences participant expectations here.
Social Work Continuing Education Credit: CE credit is provided by the NASW-MA Chapter; CEUs have been approved for Massachusetts and Rhode Island attendees. If you are not licensed in Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island, please check with your state social work licensing board if they accept NASW-MA Chapter approved CEUs.
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