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Fri, 09 May
|Amsterdam
Beyond the Binary; Strengthening your gender sensitivity
We live in polarized times, where “being different” is often met with judgment. This creates fear for many, especially for individuals within the LGBTQI+ community. Our society is deeply rooted in binary thinking and a heteronormative perspective. What if you don't feel free within this framework?
Time & Location
09 May 2025, 22:00 – 10 May 2025, 17:00
Amsterdam, Weesperzijde 79A, 1091 EJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Guests
About the event
About Illi
I have been working as a Gestalt therapist and supervisor for many years and have further specialized in contextual therapy, existential psychotherapy, group therapy, and EFT. I live together with my girlfriend in Antwerp and recently, I changed my name to Illi (formerly Hilde).
In my practice, I meet people from diverse backgrounds, and in recent years, I have often worked with individuals from the queer community. I support them in their journey of self-discovery regarding gender identity, gender sexuality, and gender expression.
About the workshop
How does your own gender identity influence your role as a therapist?How can you recognize and address your own biases and assumptions about gender in your work?What language and approach can help create an inclusive and safe therapeutic space?How can you actively work towards a gender-inclusive practice?What challenges do you encounter when working with gender-diverse clients, and how do you handle them?How can you support clients in exploring…