LA-CAMFT Diversity Committee
presents
Exploring the Influence of
LGBTQ Intersectionality in Therapy
Sunday, September 22, 2019
2:30 - 5:30 pm
2.0 CEUs
Panelists
Harpreet Malla, PhD
Stara Shakti, MA, AMFT
Sage A. Mendez-McLeish, MEd
Joe Garza, MA,AMFT
Exploring the Influence of
LGBTQ Intersectionality in Therapy
The intersection of sexual orientation and/or gender identity with other social statuses—such as age, race, ethnicity, culture, and religion present unique challenges that impact LGBTQIA+ clients' experiences in therapy. This presentation will help us identify and understand these challenges, and how therapists can apply this critically important information to provide more effective assessment and psychotherapy with LGBTQIA+ clients. It will also bring into focus the importance of developing new strategies and skills as well as the demand for required continued learning and personal development.
Learning Objectives
- Identify skills needed for working with LGBTQIA+ populations.
- Identify relevant ethical issues related to LGBTQIA+ populations.
- Recognize intersectionality issues and describe how to apply these issues in therapy with LGBTQIA+ populations.
Panelists
Dr. Harpreet Malla, Registered Psychologist, is collecting post-doctoral hours for licensure at Shanti OC and serves as LACPA CARE committee chair. She identifies as a 1.5 generation Indian-American feminist and enjoys navigating the cultural nuances those experiences have brought her. Dr. Malla has a passion for working with identity development for LGBTQ and multicultural individuals.
Tara (“Stara”) Shakti, MA, AMFT graduated from Antioch University LA with a Master's in Clinical Psychology and a specialization in Trauma Studies. Her areas of focus include: couples, LGBTQIA+ folks, first-generation Americans, and people of color. Stara has presented at psychotherapy conferences on ways that members of multiple, marginalized groups face difficulties negotiating often-conflicting identities.
Sage Mendez-McLeish, MEd, educational consultant, college professor in Child Development and Parenting, holds an M.Ed. in Special Education. Utilizing his gentle and perceptive approach, Sage Mendez-McLeish patiently walks trans individuals and their families through social and physical transitions, familial relationships and school safety.
Joe Garza, MS, AMFT, specializes in early Childhood Development and has been providing counseling services to clients in diverse communities for over 12 years. Trained and certified in Child Parent Psychotherapy, Parent Child Interactive Therapy, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, he treats children and youth for symptoms of trauma such as depression, anxiety, and developmental delays.
EARLY REGISTRATION:
$30 for Licensed Therapists, Related Professionals
$25 for Pre-Licensed Therapists, Students
REGISTRATION PRICE AFTER SEPTEMBER 9:
$35 for Licensed Therapists, Related Professionals
$25 for Pre-Licensed Therapists, Students
For more information: DiversityCommittee@LACAMFT.org.
For:
Licensed Therapists, Pre-Licensed Therapists, Students and Related Professionals.
Event Details:
Sunday, September 22, 2:30 - 5:30 pm
Where:
Violence Intervention Program (VIP) –
Community Mental Health Center
1721 Griffin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Phone: 323.221.4134
Parking:
Parking Lot 14. Click here for detailed free parking information.
Cost:
$35 for Licensed Therapists, Related Professionals
$25 for Pre-Licensed Therapists, Students
2.0 CEUs provided
Online Registration CLOSES when registration limit is reached. We'll then start a waiting list.
Seating is limited to 75.
Register Online today for a Quick & Easy Check-In.
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CAMFT Approved Continuing Education Provider 59450. This course meets the qualifications for 2 continuing education credits for MFTs, LPCCs, and/or LCSWs as required by the Board of Behavioral Sciences. Participants will receive an evaluation form as part of the sign in/out form & must complete form at the conclusion of course in order to receive CE.
Refund policy: 48-hour notice required for refund of fee
minus $5.00 administrative cost. Exceptions can be made for
48-hour notice in cases of emergency. Contact Organizer at DiversityCommittee@LACAMFT.org.
Accommodations for Special Needs: Contact Organizer at DiversityCommittee@LACAMFT.org.
Grievances: Program Administrator, Valerie "Billie" Klayman, manages all grievances—and will acknowledge, investigate & remedy grievances. Response to grievances will be made in writing within 30 days. Contact her at cfo@lacamft.org.
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