Topics: Counseling Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Clients

Catalog description

This class explores a variety of perspectives on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered issues, all of which provide the basis for current research and practice in the fields of counseling, education and psychology. Many professional organizations in the field have developed formal ethical guidelines requiring non-discrimination and are active in promoting and abiding by them. The class will provide an introduction to LGBT issues while examining heterosexism and homophobia as well as the social constructions of identity. A wide-range of concerns for LGBT clients, including but not limited to: career development and health concerns, family counseling, the role of difference in identity, and religion/spirituality, will be discussed.