Building Resiliency in LGBTQIA+ Youth in Times of Crises
Presented By:
Jennifer Curtin, MS, LCPC
November 8, 2024
Receive 1 CME/CE Credit
Topics Covered:
- Understand minority stress and how the current climate is affecting LGBTQ+ individuals
- Highlight significant changes in mental health, safety, and inclusivity across LGBTQ+ populations since the 2016 election
- Identify particular issues for LGBTQ+ youth in Illinois schools
- Outline supports and coping strategies researched to help build resilience
- Teach state-change techniques to develop emotional regulation as a path to resilience
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Jennifer Curtin, MS, LCPC
Jennifer Curtin, LCPC, is a therapist with over 14 years of experience in private practice and outpatient settings. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology and is dedicated to offering culturally affirming, compassionate care to the LGBTQIA+ community. Her work focuses on addressing minority stress, trauma, and other mental health challenges while helping clients build resilience and achieve well‐being.
Joint Accreditation Statement:
Joint Accreditation Statement: In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Galen Mental Health. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Amedco Joint Accreditation #4008163.