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Becoming An Active-Ally:
Working with Trans and
Nonbinary Clients

A Continuing Education (CE) Course for Mental Health Service Providers

For LMFT’s, LPCC’s, LCSW’s, and LEP’s
Licensed in California, United States

Please note: All courses and workshops include discussions of and challenges to racism. We believe no matter the topic of injustice, without including and addressing racism we will inevitably perpetuate the very systems and oppressions we are trying to shift.
10-20 ce credits - $15/credit
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Mental Health Service
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California Marriage and Family Therapists, CAMFT, approved continuing education provider stamp.

Course Objectives

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Begin Where You Are - 10 CE Credits

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Upcoming Workshops!

Begin Where You Are - 10 CE Credits

Weekend Cohorts

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Two Sundays:

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Time: 9am- 3pm PST

Tuesday & Thursday Cohorts

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Cohort 2:

TBD May 2025

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Course Offerings

Begin Where you are 10 CE Credits

Begin Where You Are 

Course Basics

Two Six-Hour Sessions

  • Foundational Course - prerequisite for all other courses.
  • 12 participants minimum
  • 24 participants maximum
Course Overview

In the first session of our foundational course, Begin Where You Are, participants will learn about the U.S. history of trans individuals and the psychological industry, and explore, unpack, and define the Institution of Gender as it relates to both trans individuals and participants' identities through multiple interactive exercises, games, and activities. 

In the second session participants will engage further experiential exercises games, and conversation to deepen their understanding and connection to their own identities, learn how to identify the various biases and oppressions faced by trans and non-binary individuals, and develop and explore specific actions to create a trans affirming and inclusive practice. 

Session 1 Objectives

At the end of Session 1 participants will be able to...

  • Identify two personal and systemic biases when working with trans and non-binary individuals.
  • Interrogate and define their own gender identity and identify at least two ways in which their gender came to be.
  • Define at least two cultural biases toward and implications for trans and non-binary individuals and communities.
  • Begin mapping the system of sexism and identifying their "place" within the Institution of Gender
Session 2 Objectives

At the end of Session 2 participants will be able to...

  • Embody and Apply the Transformative Solidarity framework as it relates to creating systemic change within their lives, interpersonal relationships, and organizations.
  • Learn how to map a system of privilege and oppression as they relate to their own forms of privilege.
  • Develop at least two specific actions, tools, or skills for nurturing Transformative Solidarity when working with trans and non-binary individuals.

Trans Culture Beyond the U.S. 

Course Basics
  • One Five-Hour Session
  • Prerequisite: Begin Where You Are
  • No participant minimum/maximum
Course Overview

In this course we explore and discuss how colonization and the system of sex and gender played a role in the development of present day trans cultures and identities.

In the first half of this course participants will work in small groups to develop a 10 min presentation about a trans culture not based in the U.S.. Participants will receive resources and guidance during the first two hours while developing their presentation. 


In the second half of the course participants will present their learning and as a large group, we will explore decolonization and the systems of sex & gender as it relates to the cultures engaged during the course.


At the end of the workshop participants will discuss and determine how to turn privilege into change within these contexts. 

Course Objectives

At the end of this course participants will be able to..

  • Name and identify at least two other cultures where trans people exist.
  • Explore and expand their understanding of the System of Gender and the different effects in other cultures beyond those in the US.. 
  • Identify how the Institution of Gender appears throughout multiple cultures.
Action Plan Development - 6 CE Credits

Action Plan Development

Course Basics
  • One Six-Hour Session
  • Prerequisite: Begin Where You Are & Trans Culture Beyond the U.S.
  • No participant minimum/maximum
Course Overview

In this 6 CE Credit course participants will engage with a guided process to develop an Action Plan for working with and building a trans affirming and inclusive practice.

Action Plans are designed with a three-six month implementation timeline. This course will build directly from Begin Where You Are and Trans Culture Beyond the U.S.

At the end of this course participants will have a realistic and sustainable Action Plan for moving forward with creating and building a trans affirmative and inclusive practice.

Course Objectives

At the end of this course participants will be able to..

  • Build a three-six month Action Plan for Integration. 
  • Apply their learning and application work (from the prerequisite courses) at the three levels of awareness and define realistic and sustainable goals.
  • Define at least two specific Actionable Items (i.e. next steps) for working with trans and non-binary individuals.
  • Participants will engage with various activities and exercises to define, develop, and prepare to integrate their Action Plans.
Full Course - 20 CE Credits

Full 20 Credit Course

Course Basics
  • Ten 2.5 hour virtual sessions
  • Prerequisite: None
  • 12 participant minimum
  • 24 participant maximum
Course Overview

The Full 20 Credit Course combines all three courses into one.  

This  Full 20 Credit Course invites participants to expand their understanding of Trans & Nonbinary identities and develop skills for creating and sustaining a trans affirming and inclusive practice.

Following the Transformative Solidarity Framework, each exercise within the workshop is designed to engage participants in critical thinking regarding their own identity, in relation to trans and nonbinary individuals, through the lens of deconstructing privilege.

We will hold ten weekly, two and a half hour sessions (with breaks) for a total of 20 continuing educational credits. Each session will build from the previous so attending all ten is expected. You will receive support during each week and opportunities to practice the skills you’ll be learning.

Sessions 1-5 Objectives

Sessions 1-5 Objectives:

Session 1: Welcome and Introduction to the Transformative Solidarity Model

  • Participants will identify the three phases and five guiding principles of the Transformative Solidarity Model.
  • Participants will define two personal and professional goals in creating a trans affirmative practice.

Session 2: Learning and Connection to History

  • Participants will receive a brief history presentation about transgender people and communities within the psychological field.
  • Participants will describe at least two cultural biases toward trans and non-binary individuals and communities.
  • Participants will identify at least three cultural implications for trans and non-binary individuals.

Session 3: What is gender and how did it come to be?

  • Participants will identify and describe at least three gender identities and the differences between them.
  • Participants will describe and identify at least two biases and laws faced by trans and non-binary individuals in the field of psychology.

Session 4: How do I understand my gender?

  • Participants will identify at least two points of relation between participants and transgender individuals and communities.
  • Participants will interrogate and explore participants’ own gender identity and identify at least two ways in which their gender came to be.

Session 5: How do I relate to others?

  • Participants will identify two personal biases when working with trans and non-binary individuals.
  • Participants will identify two systemic biases toward trans and non-binary individuals engaging in mental health services.
Sessions 6-10 Objectives

Sessions 6-10 Objectives:

Session 6 & 7: Trans Culture Beyond the U.S.

  • Participants will work in small groups to develop a 10 min presentation about a trans culture outside of the US.
  • Participants will name and identify at least two other cultures where trans people exist.

Session 8: Designing and Creating Actions Steps for Change

  • Participants will develop two specific actions and practice tools for nurturing Active-Allyship when working with trans and non-binary individuals to integrate into their practice as mental health service providers.
  • Participants will define two specific Actionable Items (i.e. next steps) for working with trans and non-binary individuals that will be developed as a result of participating in this training.

Session 9: Action Plan Development

  • Participants will practice utilizing actions and practice tools for nurturing Active-Allyship when working with trans and non-binary individuals to integrate into their practice as mental health service providers.
  • Participants will begin prepare a three-month action plan, with achievable steps, to create and sustain a trans and non-binary affirmative practice.

Session 10: Integration/Closing

  • Participants will summarize the Transformative Solidarity Framework in relation to their work as mental health service providers working with trans and non-binary individuals and communities.
  • Participants will finalize their a three-six-month Action Plan, with achievable steps, to create and sustain a trans and non-binary affirmative practice.

Learn More about the Course! 

10 Week Course Overview

While this video is about the 10-week course design, the topics covered are the same. 

This is a short overview of the Continuing Education Course for Mental Health Service Providers Working With Trans and Nonbinary Clients.

Video Description: Kyle is standing in front of a blue wall. They are a light-skinned person of color. They are wearing black framed glasses and they have a goatee. They are wearing earrings in both ears, one is a rainbow set of safety pins, the other is a small blue zipper, and the third is a long silver design. They are wearing a blue button up shirt with small white penguins and underneath they are wearing a light pink t-shirt. Throughout the video text appears to the left of Kyle and is the same as what is being spoken.

Course Inspiration

This is the story of why this CE course was created. It is a personal account of experiences with different therapists on the journey to obtain hormone-replacement therapy as a trans person. 

Video Description: Kyle is sitting in front of a white wall. They are visible from mid-chest up. They have curly brown hair that rests just above their shoulders. They are wearing classes with black frames. They have a goatee and are wear a salmon colored hoodie and black shirt underneath. Kyles nails are painted purple. They are speaking to the camera and sometimes they rest their arm on their knee, which is off frame, or gesticulate as they speak. 

What Others have Said

I really appreciate your authenticity and willingness to be vulnerable with us - it is really incredible modeling that we don't get nearly enough.
The presentation was awesome! I learned a lot about trans history, institutionalized oppression. Thanks for sharing your personal story, which also helped me understand better some of the process it takes to transition. I had previously known next to nothing about transitioning process.
It made me think about my own discomfort with performing gender stereotypes and stereotypes around trans and enby people. And thinking about how I inadvertently perpetuate systemic problems.
I learned how to utilize awareness in creating actions for being an active-ally to trans and nonbinary individuals. We can methodically look at different scenarios, ask ourselves questions about the scenarios and then come up with actions to address them
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What We Offer

All offerings are available virtually and in-person. Workshops and programs follow the Transformative Solidarity (TS) Model.

Click below to learn more about each offering

Please note: All workshops include discussions of and challenges to racism. We believe no matter the topic of injustice, without including and addressing racism we will inevitably perpetuate the very systems and oppressions we are trying to shift. 

Click to learn more: Turning Privilege Into Change Workshops

These workshops are for those interested in learning a different way to address privilege and create systemic change.

We currently offer TPIC workshops on anti-racism and trans and nonbinary active-allyship. 

Click to learn more: Continuing Educational (CE) Courses

Our CE Courses are available for licensed mental health service providers in California working with trans and nonbinary clients.  

This CE course invites participants to expand their understanding of Trans & Nonbinary identities and develop skills for therapeutic work.

Transformative Solidarity Long-Term Programs: Click for more information

Our Transformative Solidarity Long-Term Programs are designed with sustainability at their core. Each program is customized based on the needs of your organization, company, or group. 

We want you to feel empowered and able to continue the work long after our time together.

Click to read more: Consultations and Coaching

We offer one-on-one and group coaching depending on your needs. We are available for private, corporate, and nonprofit consultations. Contact us to schedule your free first 30 minute call. 

We will utilize the Transformative Solidarity Model to guide you through any changes you are working toward. 

What We Offer

All offerings are available virtually and in-person. Workshops and programs follow the Transformative Solidarity (TS) Model.

Click below to learn more about each offering

Please note: All workshops include discussions of and challenges to racism. We believe no matter the topic of injustice, without including and addressing racism we will inevitably perpetuate racism and white supremacy. 

Click to learn more: Turning Privilege Into Change Workshops

These workshops are for those interested in learning a different way to address privilege and create systemic change.


We currently offer TPIC workshops on anti-racism and trans and nonbinary active-allyship.

Click to learn more: Continuing Educational (CE) Courses

Our CE Courses are available for licensed mental health service providers in California working with trans and nonbinary clients.


This CE course invites participants to expand their understanding of Trans & Nonbinary identities and develop skills for therapeutic work.

Transformative Solidarity Long-Term Programs: Click for more information

Our Transformative Solidarity Long-Term Programs are designed with sustainability at their core. Each program is customized based on the needs of your organization, company, or group.


We want you to feel empowered and able to continue the work long after our time together.

Click to read more: Consultations and Coaching

We offer one-on-one and group coaching depending on your needs. We are available for private, corporate, and nonprofit consultations. Contact us to schedule your free first 30 minute call.

We utilize the Transformative Solidarity Model to guide you through any changes you are working toward.