Presented by Van Ethan Levy Moderated by Joel Schwartz, Psy.D., of Total Spectrum Counseling This program was recorded on September 10, 2021 Access provided upon registration on “My Courses” page Gender is a societal construct that is problematic and has negative emotional, physical and/or psychological impact on people, especially those who fall outside of what is constructed as “normal.” Clients who…
Presented by Veronica M. Wanzer, Ph.D. This program was recorded on Thursday, April 13, 2023 Access provided upon registration on “My Courses” page The goal of this presentation is to educate, elucidate, and encourage growth in the helping profession regarding how we can positively transition to affirmative practices with gender diverse individuals. The presenter will provide a history of professional helping with the gender…
Presented by Joy S. Whitman, Ph.D. This program was recorded on April 16, 2021 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Relational Cultural Theory (RCT) is a feminist approach to counseling that emphasizes human development through relational connection, explores the impact of culture and social systems on emotional and psychological development, and (Jordan, 2010; Walker, 2008), and underscores how development…
Presented in partnership with the Illinois Association of Prescribing Psychologists Recorded on Friday, March 22, 2024 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page The state of Illinois is implementing the highest caliber gender-affirming care to transgender people who are incarcerated in the Illinois Department of Corrections. We are proud that our Governor is demonstrating the importance of this care to our…
Presented by Kassie R. Terrell, Ph.D., Nathan Quinn, B.S., and Kelsey Meltzer, B.S. This program was recorded on May 20th, 2022 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page With the growing number of social media applications in our society, it is no secrete that many young women compare themselves to the ideal, beautiful bodies of models, socialites, and artists who presence…
Presented by Monica F. Boyd-Layne, PhD, Assistant Professor, and Group Practice Owner Recorded on Friday, December 15, 2023 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Counselors, supervisors, counselor educators, and students who promote social justice simultaneously promote sexuality and sexual wellness for all people. Goodman (2013) defines social justice as creating a community with an equitable distribution of resources and opportunities,…