Certificate Course in LGBTQ Counselling

The course covers topics such as LGBTQ identity development, the impact of stigma and discrimination on mental health, and culturally sensitive counseling approaches for working with LGBTQ individuals. The course is typically taught live online and includes interactive components such as group discussions, case studies, etc. The course also provides students with the opportunity to explore their own biases, assumptions, and beliefs about LGBTQ communities, as well as to learn and develop skills to provide effective and affirming counseling to LGBTQ individuals. Students of the program will have a deeper understanding of the experiences and needs of LGBTQ individuals and be better equipped to provide inclusive and culturally responsive counseling services.

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Eligibility :

• Bachelors Students (Completed or Pursuing) from psychology & other allied social sciences background
• Masters students (Completed or Pursuing) from psychology & other allied social sciences background
• Professionals working in psychology & other allied social sciences background

Syllabus of  Program :

Module 1: Basics of understanding gender and Sex 

• Important definitions 
• Models of sexual orientation and Gender 
• Problems- social and psychological faced by LGBTQ (issues related to family, issues for seeking sessions, health issues, prejudice and discrimination, mental health)

Module 2: Attitude towards LGBTQ

• Individual values and attitudes
• Understanding the effect of stigma 

Module 3: Therapy and counseling skills 

• Competence and skills required to counsel LGBTQ (Asking the right questions)
• Affirmative therapy
• LGBTQ specific session related  issues 

Module 4: Ethics while Working with LGBTQ