Module 7 – Personal and professional prejudices

Aim

This module serves to broaden participants’ understanding of their own functioning and their (unconscious) prejudices and biases that can affect the client-mental health professional relationship when working with LGBTQI+ clients.

After this module, the participants will be able to:

  • Gain a better understanding of their own personal and professional biases; and
  • Overcome them with the help of the tools provided.

Tips for going through this module

Looking at one’s own prejudices and biases is one of the most important aspects a professional should work on but can also be a very personal experience and sensitive for some people. During this module, make sure to create a safe space for yourself.