Across the Curriculum: Teaching LGBTQ+ Competencies in Counselor Education

Authors

Adriana Euser, Ohio UniversityFollow
Kristin R. Chamberlain, Ohio UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Keywords

LGBTQ+, Counselor Educators, Competencies

Subject Area

Counseling, Counselor Education, Mental Health Counseling

Abstract

In the U.S., the number of people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or other sexual/gender minority identity (LGBTQ+) is increasing. LGBTQ+ individuals utilize counseling services twice as much as individuals in the general population. They are at a higher risk of experiencing depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, and relationship issues. This population also faces discrimination and marginalization due to the stigma of their gender identity and sexual orientation. Thus, there is a high likelihood that counselors will provide counseling services to LGBTQ+ clients during their careers. Unfortunately, many masters-level counselor education programs do not provide sufficient training. Ethical, effective, and affirmative strategies counselor educators can use when teaching LGTBQ+ competencies are offered.

Public Significance Statement

This article will assist counselor educators in teaching LGBTQ+ competencies to counselors in training, thus ensuring evidence based, ethical care.

DOI

10.70013/ijfort40

Recommended Citation

Euser, A., & Chamberlain, K. R. (2024). Across the Curriculum: Teaching LGBTQ+ Competencies in Counselor Education. Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision, 18(3). 10.70013/ijfort40