Description

This book will guide educators and counselors in developing the awareness, knowledge, and skills necessary to work effectively with LGBTQI+ populations. Twenty-five chapters written by experts in the field, and the support of the American Counseling Association, proved direction for working with clients in an authentic, ethical, and affirmative manner that is tailored to their individual strengths, needs, and identity. The book is divided into four sections, which explore the science behind gender and affectional orientation; developmental issues across the life span and treatment issues; the specialized needs of nine district populations; and the intersectionality of ethnicity and overlapping identities, the role of religion, and counselor advocacy. 

Syllabus, Objectives, and Outcomes

Objectives:

Students who complete the course will be able to:

• Become aware of methods, innovations, and practical tips for affirmative counseling with LGBTQI+ students.
• Utilize the knowledge gained from the text and apply it to their own counseling or teaching professions.
• Recognize and reflect on personal awareness of attitudes and beliefs.

Required Text:

Affirmative Counseling with LGBTQI+ People, Copyright 2017, ISBN: 9781556203558, Author: Misty M. Ginicola; Cheri Smith & Joel M. Filmore, Publisher: American Counseling Association

"EXCELLENT BOOK. I LIKED THE FORMAT OF THE COURSE."

"A LOT OF HELPFUL INFORMATION THAT WILL BE USEFUL IN MY WORK AS A SCHOOL COUNSELOR."

"IT WAS INFORMATION THAT I NEEDED AND CAN TAKE BACK INTO MY SCHOOL SETTING."

"VERY GOOD COURSE - I LEARNED A LOT."

"COURSE WAS EXTREMELY HELPFUL IN UNDERSTANDING OUR YOUTH IN SCHOOLS."

"ALL SCHOOL COUNSELORS SHOULD BE COMPETENT WHEN WORKING WITH DIFFERENT POPULATIONS OF STUDENTS AND FAMILIES."