Introduction to LGBT+ Culture and client needs in psychotherapy

  • Certification: IICP will issue a CPD Certificate of Attendance. CPD: 6 hours

  • QQI: N/A

  • Cost: €120.00 (15% Discount for IICP Students/ Alumni and VCS Counsellors)

    • NOTE: Summer Series Special Offer – Book any two workshops and get a third free (cannot be used in conjunction with alumni discount)
  • Date: Saturday 19th July 2025

  • Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm

  • Apply: Click Here to Apply Online

  • Delivery: Onsite IICP College, Killinarden, Dublin 24

Introduction

Current estimates place the LGBT+ population of Ireland between 4%-10%, and it is said that LGBT+ clients are more likely to engage in therapy (McLeod, 2013; McCann & Sharek, 2014). Therefore, it is likely as therapists we will eventually find ourselves working with a client from the LGBT+ community. Given this, how do we feel confident that we are meeting the needs of LGBT+ clients? Every culture has its own set of rules, nuances and even language. While we might be interested in understanding the different terminology, sexualities and genders associated with the LGBT+ culture, it is not always easy to ask about another person’s culture without a fear of potentially causing offence.

Learning Outcomes

  • Increased understanding of LGBT+ Culture.
  • Knowledge of LGBT+ specific experiences that impact on mental health.
  • Increased understanding of what LGBT+ clients need/want from their therapists.

Areas covered in this course include an introduction to the following topics:

  • LGBT+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) culture
  • Sexual and Gender identities
  • Use of pronouns
  • Global and Irish public attitudes towards the LGBT+ community
  • Issues specific to LGBT+ clients
  • What LGBT+ clients want from therapy

Date

  • Saturday 19th July 2025, 9:30am – 4:30pm

Certification:

  • The college will issue a certificate of attendance to those who take this workshop.
  • CPD: 6 hours

Cost:

  • €120.00 (15% Discount for IICP Students/ Alumni and VCS Counsellors)
  • This course is part of IICP’s Summer Series and eligible for our 3 for 2 offer so book any two summer series workshops and get a third one free!

    • Note: The discount for IICP Students / Alumni and VCS Counsellors cannot be used in conjunction with the 3 for 2 offer.

Venue:

  • This workshop will take place onsite IICP College, Killinarden, Dublin 24

Getting Started

Applications to this course are done online using the link below. If you have any queries, schedule a meeting with Dr Anna Attwood, Admissions Lead at IICP.

If you have any questions about the admissions process: the application, interview or entry requirements please schedule a meeting, and we can talk about it. https://scheduler.zoom.us/draattwood/iicp-admissions-meeting

If this is a general enquiry about our courses: please schedule an appointment with Sabrina Behan, Registry & Admissions Administrator: https://scheduler.zoom.us/sabrina-behan/general-enquiries

Thank you! We are looking forward to speaking to you about IICP.

Simply click the below button to be brought to our online application process. When prompted, please select ‘Summer Series’, then select ‘Introduction to LGBT+ Culture and client needs in psychotherapy 2025’ option and complete the form.

Online Application Form

If you have any trouble at any stage of the application please click here to get in touch and we will be happy to help.

About the Programme Facilitator

Alan
Alan is an IACP accredited therapist, and holds a BA in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and a MA in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy from IICP. Alan lectures on several modules across the BSc program within IICP, such as, practice development, Professional Skills, Improving clinical outcomes, as well as supervising student academic research.
Having worked in the corporate IT field for over 13 years, Alan now works in private practice with a range of client issues, but has as special interest in working with gender, sexual and relationship diverse clients. Alan has already completed academic research related this area such as gay male monogamy and LGBT+ clients experience of therapy. In addition, he is currently undertaking further academic research on the intersection of transgender and neurodiversity.