ERIC Number: EJ1258650
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
Pages: 30
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ISSN: EISSN-1554-2998
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Sexual and Gender Minority Identity Development: Recommendations for School Counselors
Simons, Jack D.; Beck, Matthew J.
Journal of School Counseling, v18 n20 2020
School counselors should be taught about and utilize sexual and gender minority (SGM) identity development models as part of training and advocacy for and with SGM youth in schools. This article reviews several widely used SGM identity development models and provides pedagogical and clinical practice recommendations. Current and future school counselors, including those who train them, are responsible for promoting authentic and healthy human development by reviewing SGM identity development models with students and other school stakeholders.
Descriptors: Minority Group Students, LGBTQ People, School Counselors, Identification (Psychology), Sexual Identity, Developmental Stages, Models, Counselor Training, Counselor Role, Outreach Programs, Field Experience Programs, Delivery Systems
Journal of School Counseling. Montana State University, College of Education, Health and Human Development, P.O. Box 172940, Bozeman, MT 59717. Tel: 406-994-4133; Fax: 406-994-1854; e-mail: ehhddean@montana.edu; Web site: http://jsc.montana.edu
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Audience: Counselors
Language: English
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