Course Description:
Explore how identity, family structure, and systemic bias shape LGBTQ+ grief after pregnancy and infant loss. Learn to recognize barriers, understand unique experiences, and apply affirming, inclusive strategies to support diverse families with compassion.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Unique Grief Experiences: Recognize how pregnancy and infant loss uniquely impact LGBTQ+ individuals and families, considering factors like identity, societal expectations, and family dynamics.
- Identify Barriers to Support: Describe common obstacles LGBTQ+ individuals face in accessing perinatal bereavement support, including systemic discrimination and lack of culturally competent care.
- Explore Inclusive Support Strategies: Gain knowledge of best practices for providing affirming and inclusive support to LGBTQ+ individuals grieving pregnancy and infant loss.
- Promote Cultural Competence: Develop strategies to foster cultural competence and sensitivity in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals through grief and loss.
Certificate:
By completing and passing this webinar course, you will attain the certificate Loss in the LGBTQ+ Community
Learning Credits:
Continuing Education Units 1.0
Presenter Bio:
Shelley Perlin, LCSW-C, is a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in grief counseling and a commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and families. With a background in perinatal bereavement and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community, Shelley provides compassionate, inclusive care aimed at fostering healing and resilience.
