Workshop Series: The Intersection of Sexually-Informed Care and the LGBTQIA+ Community
Presented by: Rachel Saccarelli, LSW, MSW, CCTP, CSTS, EH.M, LE, LMT & Lewis Johnson, M.S., NCC, CTP
Date & Time: January 21, 2023, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $200 for professionals | $140 for students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier)
6 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, psychologists, and NBCC Hours
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063
About the workshop:
Trauma responsive care is an approach to healing that values the whole person and their story. When engaging with subjects such as human sexuality and LGBTQIA+ care, trauma-informed principles are vital. In this training, we will review the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) six trauma-informed principles, provide a foundation of understanding on sexually-informed and LGBTQIA+ care, and how to apply these concepts clinically. The foundations presented in this course will be expanded upon in the remaining workshops in the series. More information about these workshops can be found below.
Learning Objectives:
Please note: This full-day in-person training is the first in a 4-part workshop series. The dates and times of the other workshops in the series can be found below.
Workshop Series: The Intersection of Sexually-Informed Care and the LGBTQIA+ Community, Presented by Lewis Johnson, M.S., NCC, CTP and Rachel Saccarelli, LSW, MSW, CCTP, CSTS, EH.M, LE, LMT
By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Therapy Training.
This fee is for January 21, 2023 only
* Please note that this workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
* Please note that all participants will be required to wear a mask while in the building due to the rising COVID-19 cases in Delaware County and the Philadelphia area. Covid policies are subject to change based on changes in COVID-19 cases leading up to the date of the event.
For folks traveling from out of town, there is a beautiful new bed and breakfast just one block from the Phoenix Center that we recommend. It is within walking distance of downtown Media and plenty of shops/restaurants – https://www.gifford-risleyhouse.com. Mention Phoenix Center for a reduced rate.
No conflicts of interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
This workshop is designed primarily for psychologists, social workers, counselors, therapists, and graduate students, but other professionals may also find it helpful. The instruction is designed at the intermediate level (although many new and advanced professionals may also find it helpful).
CE program policies and procedures related to refunds/cancellations, grievances, and conflicts of interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at [email protected] and [email protected].
Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:
Lewis Johnson, M.S., NCC, CTP (he/him/his), specializes in working with the LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and gender expansive) community and the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) community. As an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist, self-identifying Black cisgender male, and spiritual being, Lewis actively engages in ongoing education to ensure he is providing his clients with support that is representative of their unique and beautiful stories. In his role, he supports our mission of expanding our trauma services to clients regardless of financial situation. Learn more about Lewis on his bio page.
Rachel Saccarelli, MSW, LSW, CCTP, CSTS, EH.M, LE, LMT (she/her/hers), specializes in human sexuality, shame, spirituality, and trauma. Her passion is to help people understand that everyone has dignity and worth, and that they are deserving of empathy and the wholeness that comes with healing. Rachel actively looks for educational opportunities that fit best with her clients so she can better serve them. Rachel also continuously looks for avenues to educate the community to bring more acceptance into social spaces and allow folks to heal in relationship with others. Learn more about Rachel on her profile page.
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