Attachment-Based Family Therapy for Sexual and Gender Minority Young Adults and Their Non-Accepting Parents

Many parents experience fear, shame, and loss upon learning that their child is same-sex oriented or gender nonconforming. Therapies to help parents become more accepting and foster meaningful relationships with their LGBTQ+ children are critical. Copyright: 2024

This product is not included in the APA Unlimited CE program.

New York state psychologists: This program is not currently in compliance with the unique requirements imposed by the New York State Board of Education for New York licensed psychologists CE.

• Explain the core features, scope, and limitations of attachment-based family therapy for sexual and gender minority (ABFT-SGM).
• Discuss the empirical base for ABFT-SGM.
• Apply the features of ABFT-SGM to establishing relationships and alliance building with the young adult and parents.
• Consider special clinical issues and challenges when implementing ABFT-SGM.