WORKSHOP WORKSHOP

Trauma-informed Integrative Practice with Black Queer Men Who Experience Trauma

Workshop Details

Davis

Black queer men are increasingly at risk of mental health problems related to anxiety and depression. The reason behind this is the occurrence of traumatic experiences, such as childhood abuse, anti-gay bullying, and racial discrimination, which often perpetuate the mental health distress in this population. Additionally, the intersection of masculine gender role norms, sexuality and culture can influence Black queer men’s willingness to seek help and impact counselling and coaching interventions. To date, research has not investigated the efficacy of incorporating a trauma-informed integrative counselling and coaching approach with Black queer men who experience trauma with consideration of the intersectional differences of this population.

In this workshop, I will discuss findings from my MSc research investigating effective trauma-informed integrative counselling and coaching approaches that support Black queer men to recover from traumatic experiences. I will also explore with delegates their experiences working with this population and reflect on areas for further research and best practice.

Anthony is an experienced counsellor, psychotherapist and coach accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He has over 13 years’ experience working with individuals of various age groups and diverse backgrounds. Practicing in both the United States and the United Kingdom, he has worked with clients in the NHS, adult social care and in private practice exhibiting a range of challenges that impact their lives and cause them emotional and psychological distress.

Anthony currently works in private practice offering individual and couples therapy, and life, career and executive coaching to adults. He provides an integrative therapeutic approach to his practice, and supports his clients using various therapeutic modalities such as CBT, psychodynamic, humanistic and solution focussed. Anthony also offers coaching and integrated counselling and coaching to facilitate growth and personal/professional change.

Anthony specialises in working with a range of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, stress (personal and work related), relationship difficulties and bereavement/loss. Anthony also specialises in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, particularly those struggling with their gender identity and sexual orientation or those who have experienced discrimination due to their sexual orientation. He has also completed significant therapeutic work with Black and minority ethnic clients and supported individuals who experienced racial/ethnic discrimination.