Riley Desmarais MA RP on APA Clinical Guidelines for TGNC Youth
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Riley Desmarais MA RP on APA Clinical Guidelines for TGNC Youth
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In this episode of The Flex Factor, host Riley Demarais, a registered psychotherapist at Ottawa River Integrative Mental Health, Inc., presents the American Psychological Association Clinical Guidelines for psychological care of transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) youth.
Demarais discusses the mental health challenges faced by the LGBTQ2S+ community, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The episode covers the APA's guidelines broken down into clusters, focusing on foundational knowledge, stigma reduction, lifespan development, and effective psychological practices for TGNC individuals.
Resources and support services available in Ottawa, Canada for TGNC youth are also highlighted.
00:00 Introduction to The Flex Factor
00:46 Meet Riley Demarais
02:17 Understanding TGNC Youth Mental Health
05:06 APA Guidelines for TGNC Care
06:33 Foundational Knowledge and Awareness
12:18 Stigma, Discrimination, and Barriers to Care
17:29 Lifespan and Development of TGNC People
22:47 Assessment, Therapy, and Interventions
33:32 Research, Education, and Training
37:51 Resources and Conclusion