Presented by Joel Goodrich, Psy.D. and Tristan Barney, M.A.

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Workshop Description:

This presentation will focus on the care of trans-expansive individuals with a particular emphasis on ethics. As mental health professionals, it is imperative to know and be aware of the use of language within the trans community, as well as how to navigate the therapeutic relationship and provide adequate, yet affirming care. Our presentation will highlight the guidelines of the American Psychological Association and the WPATH Standards of Care. This workshop fulfills 1.5 of the 3 hours necessary according to the KRS 319 ethics/risk management requirement for psychology professionals.

Workshop Objectives:

Based on the content of this workshop, attendees will be able to:

• Participants will be able to identify strengths, challenges, and systemic forces that impact the trans-expansive experience.
• Participants will gain knowledge about the impact of intersectional identities (race, sexual orientation, SES, etc.) on the lived experience of trans-expansive folks.
• Participants will gain familiarity with the ethical guidelines and recommendations of the American Psychological Association and WPATH Standards of Care related to work with trans-expansive people.
• Participants will be encouraged to reflect on their own internal experience, identities, privileges, and how these may interact with trans-expansive individuals in the therapy room.

Skill Level:

Beginning 

About the Presenter(s):

Joel Goodrich, Psy.D., is a queer-identified white male from Winchester, Kentucky, currently living in Lexington. Dr. Goodrich obtained his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), and is a staff psychologist at the University of Kentucky Counseling Center. He also works as an adjunct instructor at his alma mater, EKU. He has previously worked in community mental health, disability resource center, and other university settings. Though trained as a generalist, Dr. Goodrich focuses on serving the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as those who have experienced trauma or suicidality.

Tristan Barney, M.A.,is currently a Psychology Intern at the University of Kentucky Counseling Center and doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology from William James College in Newton, Massachusetts. He obtained his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from William James College with an emphasis on Forensic and Correctional Counseling, and concentration in Military and Veteran Psychology. Tristan’s clinical training includes college counseling, a community mental health center for children and adolescents, a medium security state prison, and a partial hospitalization program. Tristan is a queer-identified clinician who focuses on serving individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community, military veterans and ROTC, as well as those who have experienced trauma. He is also a military veteran of the United States Army.

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