Presented by Dr. Joanne Jodry & Michael Tirrell

1.25 LMHC CEUs
1.25 NBCC CEUs

The practice of Conversion Therapy continues to shadow the counseling profession as an often legal, yet evidence-based discredited treatment method. This workshop will help counselors comprehend the contextual factors that inform the controversial role of Conversion Therapy in counseling. It will also provide practical strategies for working with clients most affected by this issue. Discussions will include a brief history of Conversion "Therapy", as well as, existing laws, ethical codes, and prevalence of practice. Evidence-based practices pertinent to counselors identify will be discussed in contrast to perspectives that support this practice.  The presenters will describe the potentiality for harm to clients; and discuss interventions for broaching the topic with clients in a culturally responsive manner. 

This workshop was originally presented at NYMHCA's 2022 Virtual Convention: Summer of CEUs, and was recorded for future on-demand use.