TRAINING SERIES
Monterey County Rainbow Connections Gender Diversity Provider Training
Exploration of the Developmental Journey
CE’s Available with Full Access.
The Gender Health Training Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.
Gender Health Training Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
The Monterey Behavioral Health Gender Diversity Training is a comprehensive workshop series designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of medical and mental health professionals, educators, and community members in supporting transgender and gender diverse youth and their families. This series will help participants build a strong foundation in gender literacy, medical support, and developmental understanding of gender, enabling them to provide effective, culturally attuned, gender affirming care. Each of these workshops will provide an invaluable opportunity for professionals to enhance their skills, expand their knowledge, and contribute to a more inclusive and affirming society for all youth. This training begins with four intensive 3-hour sessions held on Thursday afternoons. These sessions will cover crucial topics related to gender diversity and care, integrating perspectives from youth, parents, and families. It will also include content specific to working with monolingual Spanish speaking families.
The Monterey Behavioral Health Gender Care Trainings offers a unique and in-depth learning experience for those dedicated to supporting transgender and gender diverse youth and their families. Through this series, participants will build a strong foundation in gender literacy, medical support, and developmental understanding of gender, enabling them to provide the highest standard of care. This workshop series is an invaluable opportunity for professionals and advocates to enhance their skills, expand their knowledge, and contribute to a more inclusive and affirming society for all youth. This training series is designed not only to impart knowledge but also to foster a supportive community of professionals and advocates who are committed to the well-being of transgender and gender diverse youth. By participating in this series, attendees will join a network of individuals dedicated to creating inclusive and affirming environments for all youth, regardless of their gender identity or expression.
As the landscape of gender identity and expression continues to evolve, it is essential for those in supportive roles to stay informed and equipped to address the unique needs of transgender and gender diverse individuals. This workshop series is meticulously crafted to address these needs, offering a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Through interactive sessions and collaborative discussions, participants will delve into critical topics, including gender literacy, medical support, and the developmental journeys of transgender youth and their families. The workshop kicks off with four intensive sessions, each lasting three hours, held on Thursday afternoons. These initial sessions lay the groundwork for understanding and supporting transgender youth by covering essential aspects of language, misinformation, medical interventions, and developmental processes. Following these sessions, monthly follow-up meetings will provide a platform for continued learning, case discussions, and addressing specific participant concerns. Additional in-depth trainings on particular topics will be scheduled as needed, ensuring that participants receive ongoing support and education.
We’re going to talk about…
- The developmental gender journeys of transgender youth, their families, and the providers who serve them.
- The roles providers play, including collaboration, education, and advocacy in supporting gender diverse individuals.
- The importance of family involvement and how families also go through transitions alongside their gender-diverse loved ones.
- The specific challenges faced by transgender and gender-expansive youth of color, including marginalization and navigating multiple forms of discrimination.
- The stages of trans emergence, from awareness to exploration and integration, and how youth move through these phases.
- How puberty impacts transgender and gender-expansive youth, often leading to significant emotional and behavioral challenges.
- The risks transgender youth face, such as bullying, rejection, and violence, and how family support can mitigate these challenges.
- Common parental reactions to a child’s gender identity and how these reactions can evolve over time.
- The process families go through, from initial awareness to becoming advocates, as they support their gender-diverse children.
- The crucial role of resilience-building, both for transgender youth and their families, in navigating the gender journey.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the role of a gender-affirming provider in supporting families and youth through the gender journey.
- List the 5 phases of the gender journey for providers working with gender-diverse clients and their families
- Identify the stages of gender awareness and the developmental process for transgender and gender expansive youth and adults.
- Describe the common challenges faced by transgender youth during puberty
- Identify two common co-occurring mental health issues faced by transgender youth and how they intersect with their gender journey.
- Explain the impact of family support and rejection on the mental health and wellbeing of transgender and gender-diverse youth.
- List the 6 phases of the family gender journey
- Describe the impact of grief for families on a gender journey and various ways parents may take action as a result
- Identify the impact of both the differences and similarities of family member’s gender journeys as compared to their gender diverse loved ones
- List three common concerns parents have when their child discloses a gender-diverse identity
- Explain the significance of building resilience in transgender youth and their families through social support and advocacy.
This comprehensive course lays the groundwork for understanding the intricacies of gender diversity within clinical supervision and introduces participants to the foundational principles of gender affirming care, ethical considerations, legal frameworks, and the development of a supportive supervisory relationship.
3 CE Credits available
Course Curriculum
Presenters
Jen Hastings, MD (jen/jen) Board Certified in Family Medicine, has been providing transgender health care for many years. Dr Jen is part of Ibis Reproductive Health, a research group studying the reproductive needs and experiences of transgender and gender expansive people in the US, and a national consultant and educator on transgender healthcare, increasing medical access and understanding. Jen is also an abortion provider with Aria Medical Group. In Santa Cruz, Jen is the physician consultant with SafeRx and the Health Improvement Partnership, working with Opioid Safety, Behavioral Health integration, Trauma Informed Care and Mindfulness in Medicine.
Shawn V. Giammattei, PhD is a clinical psychologist & WPATH certified member/mentor, specializing in couple & family therapy with a particular focus on trans youth and their families. He is the founder & CEO of the Gender Health Training Institute & TransFamily Alliance, a research consultant, international speaker, community educator, and professor teaching graduate and post-graduate courses in LGBTQ psychology, family systems, and gender affirming care, as well as the author of several articles and book chapters on gender, sexuality, and family work.
Mexican writer, former strategy director at international organizations and DEI expert at Gender Health Training Institute. Juliette is coaching the most important organizations in Latin America to change their culture towards trans inclusivity, implementing solid policies and procedures. Juliette helps trans families in their Gender Journey, translating gender-affirming care to the Latin American culture, helping families understand it and remove cultural obstacles so they can flow and be at peace with the process.
Full Access (3 CEs)
$40.00
CE's INCLUDED
- Video (Webinar Recording)
- Webinar Slides
- Post-webinar Quiz (required to get CE's)
- Evaluation (required to get CE's)
- Certificate (3 CE's)
- Community Discussion
The Gender Health Training Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.
Gender Health Training Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
