Retired ~ Gay Boys: Sexual Orientation and Psychotherapy
Category:
94
Credits:
1
Objectives:
Through completion of this course, a learner will:
• Review factors that go into the development of a gay identity
• Gain insight into the concerns of parents expressing concerns about their child’s sexual identity
• Learn the value of taking a psychodynamic approach to working with gay adolescents and their families
Description:
Real changes in politics, laws, and consciousness toward gay people have raised the possibility that sexual orientation is, or will soon be, pretty irrelevant. In this course, Robert Galatzer-Levy, MD, discusses his understanding and therapeutic approach to working with children who may be questioning their sexual identity. Keywords: gay, boys, homosexuality, bi-sexual, tri-gender, lesbian, sexuality, suicide, stereotypes
Approval Bodies:
Professional Development
NAADAC, National Association for Addiction Professionals
National Board for Certified Counselors
Association of Social Work Boards Approved Continuing Education (ACE)
California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP)
CAADE - California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators
Connecticut Certification Board, Inc.
Pennsylvania Certification Board
California Board of Registered Nursing
California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP)
