LGBTQ+ Adolescents in Clinical Practice

Adolescents may present with questions or concerns related to sexuality, identity, relationships, and belonging. This one-hour continuing education discussion will provide an overview of current terminology related to sexual orientation and gender identity. Participants will discuss developmentally appropriate communication, ethical and professional considerations, family dynamics, and practical strategies for responding to adolescents with sensitivity while remaining within the clinician’s scope of practice.

Friday, September 18 |  9:00am- 11:00am 

Location: Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale City of Plantation,

7780 SW 6th Street, Plantation, FL 33324

Members: Free to attend | $15 for non-members

CEU's available

About the Presenters:

Amy Ellowitz, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Amy is a trauma-informed therapist and former clinical administrator who specializes in guiding individuals through life's most challenging transitions. Drawing from her own transformative "lifequakes"—including early childhood loss and divorce—Amy has curated innovative healing practices that integrate narrative, dialogic, and resilience-based approaches within a family systems framework. A published author and course creator, she supports diverse clients—from transitioning adolescents and adults, to couples and families who are experiencing high-conflict divorce, to retirees seeking meaningful encore careers. Beyond her clinical work, Amy has a distinguished history of public service, having served as Chair of Fort Lauderdale's Education Advisory Board and as a court-appointed Guardian ad Litem for nearly a decade. She embodies her core belief that authentic healing occurs when we rewrite our narratives and transform challenges into opportunities for growth and positive community impact.

Sponsored by:  Transcend Wellness