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Evidence-based Training

Since the '80s, Willy has helped thousands of behavioral health clinicians, medical providers, public health providers, educators, government workers, business professionals, and others develop their transgender cultural competency.

Here is a sample video Willy created on one of the required components in the state-mandated training, the neurodivergent subpopulation.

CA State Mandated Training

Willy can provide online and live trainings to meet requirements under BHIN 25-019.

 

Digital training

  • 2-hour online curriculum with concise, evidence-based modules on all 30 required elements

  • Engaging mix of written materials and video

  • 2 multiple choice assessment questions per module (knowledge-based and application-based)

  • Unlimited users in perpetuity; Documentation for onboarding, grievance monitoring, recurrent training, and reporting

 

Live training

  • Live 3-hour comprehensive training on all required elements, in person or virtual

  • Time allotted for ongoing questions, comments, and interactive activities

  • Small group exercises for problem solving on complex cases

  • Practical skills building through exploration of best practices

  • Team building through discussion of organizational policies and approaches

 

Sample Assessment Questions

Assessment questions are designed to be challenging by:

  • Including plausible but incorrect options that reflect common clinical misconceptions

  • Requiring integration of multiple concepts rather than simple recall

  • Testing application of principles rather than memorization of facts

  • Addressing nuanced clinical decision-making scenarios

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Question 1: Best Practices (Knowledge-Based)

According to the Neurodiversity-Affirming Interventions (NAI) framework, which approach BEST represents the core principle of reframing intervention goals when working with TGI neurodivergent clients?

 

A) Focus primarily on reducing autism-related social communication challenges while separately addressing gender dysphoria through traditional gender-affirming protocols

 

B) Prioritize teaching neurotypical social skills and gender expression norms to help clients integrate more successfully into mainstream healthcare settings

 

C) Support the client's existing social strengths and authentic gender expression while modifying environmental barriers rather than attempting to change the client's neurodivergent traits

 

D) Establish clear behavioral targets for both gender transition milestones and neurodivergent symptom reduction to measure therapeutic progress objectively

 

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The NAI framework emphasizes supporting existing strengths and creating affirming environments rather than trying to eliminate neurodivergent traits or impose normative behaviors. Option C correctly identifies the strength-based, environmental modification approach that validates both identities simultaneously.

 

Question 2: Problem-Solving Scenario (Application-Based)

Scenario: Jordan, a 22-year-old non-binary client with ADHD, has been struggling to access hormone therapy. They report feeling overwhelmed by the complex healthcare navigation process, frequently missing appointments due to executive function challenges, and experiencing increased emotional dysregulation when discussing their gender identity with providers who seem impatient with their communication style. Jordan's family is supportive but doesn't understand why the process is so difficult for them.

Which intervention approach would be MOST effective in addressing Jordan's intersectional needs?

 

A) Refer Jordan to a specialized ADHD clinic for executive function training first, then resume gender-affirming care once their organizational skills improve sufficiently

 

B) Implement a comprehensive approach including executive function supports for healthcare navigation, communication adaptations during medical appointments, family education about intersectional identities, and care coordination with affirming providers

 

C) Focus primarily on gender dysphoria treatment through accelerated hormone therapy access while providing basic ADHD medication management to address attention difficulties

 

D) Recommend that Jordan work with a case manager to handle all healthcare logistics independently while engaging in traditional cognitive-behavioral therapy to develop better coping strategies

 

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: This scenario requires an integrated approach that addresses both identities simultaneously. Option B correctly identifies the need for executive function supports, communication adaptations, family education, and systems coordination - all essential elements of intersectional care. The other options either separate the identities, ignore key intersectional factors, or fail to address the systemic barriers Jordan is experiencing.

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