(HS Radzilowski 058982 2022) Supporting Very Young Trans Clients and Their Families

Course overview

In this recording, view Susan as she addresses concerns that are especially relevant to the very young transgender child or gender diverse child, as well as the child's parents or guardians. You'll get an overview of developmental and clinical concerns that are critical to providing mental health support to the young gender diverse child, in the context of the family. You'll learn: Age and developmentally appropriate characteristics that affirm young client's gender Barriers to care such as provider bias, laws that criminalize the support of gender affirming care, parent concerns, and other inaccurate/incorrect beliefs that impede access to care Overtly/covertly harmful as well as supportive parent behaviors Parent strategies to prepare for potential challenges by law enforcement or by another relative Research has confirmed that there are very important variables that influence social and mental health outcomes of this young population. Parent support for the transgender child is strongly aligned with better health, mental health, and educational outcomes. Don't miss this must-see session!