Providing Clinical Care to LGBTQ+ Individuals Experiencing Intimate Partner Violence (Day 1: Screening and Safety Planning)

LGBTQ+ survivors of IPV are more likely to seek help from a psychotherapist than they are from domestic violence agencies. However, most psychotherapy graduate programs lack training in how to serve LGBTQ+ people experiencing violence. This three-part workshop will offer providers tools to screen for IPV and create culturally competent safety plans with clients. Participants will gain an understanding of the unique social, cultural, and institutional barriers LGBTQ+ survivors face. And finally, they will explore strategies for providing evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy tailored to LGBTQ+ survivor’s unique needs. Diverse learning styles will be supported through a mix of pedagogical techniques, including lecture, small group discussions, independent journaling prompts, and experiential activities.