Discuss how a counselor may better prepare himself or herself in counseling LGBT youth
What will be an ideal response?
• Counselors must be prepared to convey full acceptance of sexual minorities and should convey a nonjudgmental attitude. Counselors should encourage adolescents to explore their sexuality and seek out social and recreational opportunities.
• Counselors should not assume that all clients are heterosexual. They must be prepared to provide accurate information regarding sexual minorities. It is important for counselors to guarantee a client's confidentiality. Each client's right to privacy and confidentiality are legally protected.
• Adolescents should feel comfortable in expressing sexual orientation issues. Counselors must be prepared and willing to mentor a gay/straight support group. They should also invite other professionals to become a part of the group's activities.
• Counselors must be prepared to counsel both gay youth and their families. Families tend to react in a hostile manner toward their LGBT youth; counselors must be aware of this.
• Counselors need to be prepared to assist youth and their parents with a wide range of feelings and reactions, including shock, denial, anger, and rejection.
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