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Beyond the Rainbow: Understanding Substance Use In LGBTQIA+ Communities

This presentation is designed to enhance provider competence and confidence in working with LGBTQIA+ clients within Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment settings. Beginning with a foundational review of key terminology, attendees will explore essential language and concepts that promote affirming, inclusive care. The session will then provide an overview of substance use patterns, risk factors, and systemic barriers that uniquely affect LGBTQIA+ individuals, grounded in historical and clinical context. Finally, participants will engage with evidence-based, culturally responsive strategies to improve engagement, reduce harm, and support long-term recovery for LGBTQIA+ clients. This training aims to foster both understanding and action toward more equitable, inclusive treatment environments.

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TYPE OF TRAINING

Renewal Training

CLINICAL HOURS

1 CEU

TUITION

$35

About the Training

This presentation is designed to enhance provider competence and confidence in working with LGBTQIA+ clients within Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment settings. Beginning with a foundational review of key terminology, attendees will explore essential language and concepts that promote affirming, inclusive care. The session will then provide an overview of substance use patterns, risk factors, and systemic barriers that uniquely affect LGBTQIA+ individuals, grounded in historical and clinical context. Finally, participants will engage with evidence-based, culturally responsive strategies to improve engagement, reduce harm, and support long-term recovery for LGBTQIA+ clients. This training aims to foster both understanding and action toward more equitable, inclusive treatment environments.


Learning Objectives: At the end of this course, participants will

  1. 101 Review of Terminology: Attendees will learn/review key terminology related to the LGBTQIA+ community and why it is necessary to be an affirming provider in SUD treatment

  2. LGBTQIA+ Substance Use Overview; Risk Factors & Barriers to Care: Attendees will learn history of LGBTQIA+ issues in counseling and how this impacts clients and SUD counselors

  3. Clinical Implications & Strategies for Inclusive Practice: Attendees will learn culturally appropriate interventions and take away key points for growth and harm reduction

Course offering 1 CEU.

Renewal Credit Information

Full scholarship opportunity for individuals employed at a NJ-DMHAS licensed SUD treatment agency.

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