The Sexual and Gender Diversity Learning Community (SGDLC) is an evidence-based clinical training program developed by Sean Lare and Michael Vigorito, which was revised and evaluated in partnership with the University of Maryland Prevention Research Center. Based on a commitment to address gaps in understanding LGBTQ+ mental health care, the SGDLC was developed to introduce healthcare providers to basic concepts related to LGBTQ+ mental health and wellness, preparing them to serve LGBTQ+ clients competently.
The workshop aims to improve mental health care provider's:
- knowledge about LGBTQ+ health disparities and affirmative mental health services for LGBTQ+ people.
- comfort and confidence with providing LGBTQ+ affirmative mental health care and facilitating sexual health conversations.
- skill and ability with providing LGBTQ+ affirmative mental health care and facilitating sexual health conversations.
The SGDLC is intended to be delivered to behavioral healthcare providers, including (but not limited to) mental health professionals, drug and alcohol counselors, and medical professionals such as physicians, medical assistants, and nurses.
Participants who complete the full workshop are eligible to receive 7 CEUs (National Association of Social Workers Approval #886841594-9008).
We are not currently enrolling participants in the SGDLC training program, but please sign up for our newsletter to keep up-to-date on future training opportunities.