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Course Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

  • Describe key concepts of Adaptive Information Processing theory and how it intersects with Queer Theory

  • Describe key concepts and terms related to working with transgender and gender diverse (TGD) people

  • Identify and distinguish variance in gender identity, gender expression, sex, and sexual orientation

  • Describe two major theories for conceptualizing gender dysphoria (GD)

  • Describe the treatment of distress related to gender dysphoria from an Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) perspective

  • Implement an EMDR model for reducing gender dysphoria distress in TGD person

  • Integrate learning into advocacy practices for TGD clients (e.g., writing WPATH letters)

Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the Course

    • Introduction to the Course

    • Informed Consent & Online Professionalism

    • Presenter: Michael P. Kuffel, LCPC

    • Agenda & Timeline

    • Participant Agreement

    • Pre-Training Questionnaire
  • 2

    Webinar (Zoom)

    • Zoom Link
  • 3

    Handouts

    • Presentation Slides

    • Glossary of Terms

    • Internalized Affirmed Gender as a Positive Resource (Script)

    • Overview of Unique Pathogenic Experiences

    • EMDR Sequence with Gender Dysphoria

    • Gender Identity and Experiences Interview

    • Resource: Gender Unicorn

    • Gender Minority Stress and Resilience Measure (Testa et al., 2015)

    • WPATH Standards of Care (Version 8)
  • 4

    Final Steps

    • Course References

    • Additional Resources

    • Course Evaluation

    • Thank you!

Presenter

Michael P. Kuffel

Michael Kuffel (they/them) is the owner of New Leaf Counseling and Queer EMDR in Boise, Idaho. They are licensed as a LCPC in Idaho and a LMHC in Washington. They are genderqueer, bisexual, and neurodivergent. Michael has 9 years of clinical mental health experience and brings advanced training and experience working from an anti-oppression lens with the LGBTQIAP2S+ community and other marginalized groups. They completed their EMDR Basic Training in 2017, was EMDRIA-certified in 2020, and became an EMDRIA Approved Consultant in 2021. As an EMDR consultant and trainer, Michael is passionate about teaching EMDR in an accessible and compassionate way and guiding learners to become self-aware, competent EMDR therapists.

Eligibility

By Registering for this Training, You Acknowledge and Agree to the Following:

  • Attendance: Participants must be present at the entire training

  • Eligibility: This training is only available to clinicians who have completed an EMDRIA-approved Foundational/Basic Training

  • Payment: Payment is due at the time of registration. A sliding scale fee is available for clinicians and/or student interns who have demonstratable financial need.

  • Professionalism: Participants agree to attend the full training, arrive on time, and be fully present. You agree to take full responsibility for addressing your needs in the area of grounding and self-care during the training

  • Accommodations: Please email the trainer with any special requests at least 30 days before the training

Continuing Education

This Course meets the requirements for six (6) Continuing Education credit hours by the following CE approval bodies:

  • Michael Kuffel (EC #22013) is an approved provider of continuing education in EMDR therapy by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA). Course Approval: 22013-05

  • Institute for Creative Mindfulness is an approved provider of continuing education by the American Psychological Association (APA). Course Approved

  • Institute for Creative Mindfulness is an approved provider of continuing education by the State of Ohio CSWMFT Board. Course Approval

Registration Options

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