Adaptation of Evidence-Based Treatments for PTSD for Sexual and Gender Minority Youth

Sarah E. Valentine, PhD
Assistant Professor • Director, Program of Research in Implementation Science, Minority Stress, and Mental Health • Department of Psychiatry • Boston University School of Medicine

Kelly Harper, PhD
Clinical Psychologist • Behavioral Science Division • National Center for PTSD • VA Boston Health Care System

Learning objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Understand how to assess, conceptualize, and treat PTSD in sexual and gender minority populations
• Describe overlaps and distinctions between minority stress and traumatic stress
• Be able to identify gaps in the empirical literature on this topic
• Apply cognitive behavioral tools to address trauma and identity-related distress
• Be able to list three ways to adapt PTSD interventions for sexual and gender minority youth

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Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Grand Rounds presentations are for educational purposes and intended only for behavioral/mental health professionals and clinical providers.

Continuing education (CE) credit is available for physicians, psychologists, nurses, and therapists who participate in this activity.