EMDR at the Intersection of Gender Diversity and Neurodivergence

purchase now, launching October 27th
This presentation explores considerations and adaptations of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for clients who are both neurodivergent (ND) and transgender-gender-diverse (TGD). Neurodivergent and TGD clients often face unique trauma experiences, including minority stress, medical trauma, and identity-related distress. Traditional EMDR protocols require adaptation to accommodate sensory sensitivities, executive functioning differences, and gender-affirming approaches. This course will provide clinicians with practical strategies to tailor EMDR interventions, ensuring inclusivity and effectiveness. Participants will gain tools to foster safety, empowerment, and healing in their practice.

Topics include...

  • The intersection of neurodivergence and gender identity
  • Client-centered pacing
  • Sensory modifications
  • Affirming resource techniques
  • What's included?
  • 3 hour recorded webinar
  • slides & support resources
  • 3 APA CEs*
*Most licensing boards accept APA credits, though it is up to you to confirm if your license, board and state will accept APA continuing education units. 

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:
  • Articulate at least three ways in which gender diversity and neurodivergence intersect to shape trauma experiences and EMDR treatment needs.
  • Explain three healthcare and social barriers faced by gender-diverse neurodivergent clients and how they affect trauma history.
  • Identify and implement two trauma-informed modifications to the EMDR protocol tailored to clients who are both neurodivergent and gender-diverse.
Meet the instructor

Cathy Hanville, LCSW

Cathy (They/She) lives and works at the intersection of gender diversity and neurodivergence. They are a licensed clinical social worker in PA and CA, and an EMDRIA-approved consultant and continuing education provider. They have been finding their identity throughout their entire lives and are passionate about helping other therapists identify their blind spots, enabling them to provide gender and neurodiversity-affirming care for their clients. www.cathyhanville.com