Katie Ziskind LMFT, RYT500
4.5 CEs
Homestudy
Abstract
LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, etc.) clients are subject to minority stressors, which are often experienced as trauma. An evidence-based practice that can address the effects of this is yoga therapy, which involves mind, body, and spirit, and entails mindfulness, movement, and healing touch to provide traumatized clients with a sense of control. This course comprises an overview of the principles of yoga therapy, and will cover basic techniques to supplement traditional talk-based psychotherapy for LGBTQIA+ clients of all ages presenting with PTSD and other trauma-related issues. Guided meditations, movement/poses, and healing touch as interventions to enhance psychotherapy sessions with LGBTQIA+ clients will be discussed. Therapists will learn about breathing techniques that can soothe the parasympathetic nervous system that can be activated by living in a homo-, bi-, and transphobic society. The seven chakras will be covered in detail as they relate to LGBTQIA+ mental health. An overview of nutrition guidelines and their impact on mood and wellness is included. Principles of Ayurveda, such as the doshas and koshas, are covered, and case examples of how to apply these to LGBTQIA+ clients are provided.
4.5 CEs/ 4 hours 39 minutes of video + post test
Learning Objectives:
After this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Describe two ways in which yoga therapy can assist LGBTQIA+ clients in healing from trauma
- Describe how yoga poses can be used to supplement talk therapy for LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples
- Explain how the seven chakras can relate to trauma-informed work with LGBTQIA+ clients
- Apply Ayurvedic principles of doshas and koshas and basic nutrition guidelines to holistic LGBTQIA+ client care
- Explain how therapeutic touch can promote healing from trauma among LGBTQIA+ clients
Note: This course does not replace the 200-hour course necessary to become a certified yoga therapist. It is intended to serve as an introduction to principles of yoga therapy as they may apply to affirmative psychotherapists, or as additional training for yoga therapists in becoming affirmative practitioners.
Presenter/Instructor: Katie Ziskind LMFT, RYT500
I’m Katie Ziskind, a holistic LMFT. I am the owner of Wisdom Within Counseling in CT. We specialize with children, teens, and young adults and teach confidence skills using art, yoga, animals, and outdoor walking sessions. View Bio
$140
Licensed therapists who work in nonprofits price is $100 (Use coupon code: yoga40 at checkout)
Student/pre-licensed price is $45 (Use coupon code: yoga90 at checkout)
You can also get access to this course and all other courses – current and future – with the Lifetime Membership for a one-time fee.
Testimonials
I learned the details of Yoga practice and how it will be helpful for my LGBTQ clients
I appreciate the casualness of Katie and her significant knowledge/experiences
100% of attendees recommend this course
Additional Information
Instruction Level
This course is meant for an intermediate to advanced audience.
Who should Attend
Psychologists, counselors, and marriage and family therapists and social workers with an interest in yoga.
Format
Recorded webinar recorded in January 2022.
Completion Requirements
To get CE credit, you will need to take the post-test with at least 80% score to receive your certificate for the homestudy course.
Financial Support
The Affirmative Couch pays course presenters for their teaching. There is no other financial support for this course.
Conflict of Interest
There is no reported conflict of interest or outside commercial support for this course.
Contact Information
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Accommodations
The Affirmative Couch will work to accommodate reasonable accommodations requests. Requests can be emailed with “accommodation request” in the subject line. Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Continuing Education Approvals
The Affirmative Couch, LLC is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Affirmative Couch, LLC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
$140
Licensed therapists who work in nonprofits price is $100 (Use coupon code: yoga40 at checkout)
Student/pre-licensed price is $45 (Use coupon code: yoga90 at checkout)
You can also get access to this course and all other courses – current and future – with the Lifetime Membership for a one-time fee.
Course Outline
$140.00
