Evidence & Interventions to Support & Affirm LGBTQ+ Children & Adolescents

This session will provide an overview of the new guidance from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) entitled, Moving Beyond Change Efforts: Evidence and Action to Support and Affirm LGBTQ+ Youth. This webinar will explore general influences, both positive and negative, on LGBTQ+ behavioral health, clarify SOGI change efforts and how they differ from SOGI exploration and affirmation, and discuss helpful interventions for LGBTQ+ children and youth in clinical settings. The webinar will conclude with a Q&A.