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“Services were offered in a very warm and inviting environment.” “I hope others in turmoil get to work things out with someone of my therapist’s ability.
Mental health services are provided on a sliding scale basis. Insurance may be accepted. Counseling may be free of charge to individuals living with HIV or experiencing relationship violence. Counseling We are expert mental health professionals, offering affirming services in a safe and supportive environment. We work with individuals, couples and families and are particularly sensitive to the important issues facing today’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community members and caring others. If you are interested in our counseling services, please contact the Client Services Coordinator at (773) 472-6469, ext. 158 for an assessment (Spanish speaking providers available.) Groups The Center on Halsted provides a variety of services, including support, therapy and educational groups. These services are meant to connect and unite LGBT men, women, families and allies who share similar issues and struggles. Participation is fee based and space in each group is limited. If you are interested in participating in group services, please contact the Client Services Coordinator at (773) 472-6469, ext. 158 for more information and to schedule an assessment (Spanish speaking providers available.) [Click here to view Support Group and Workshop Offerings] NOTE: The offerings list represents all group services, including past and present offerings. It is a comprehensive list and does not necessarily reflect current offerings. Groups are offered based on level of need. If you are interested in any of the groups listed here, please call the Client Services Coordinator at (773) 472-6469 x 158 for the most current update. Resources Regarding LGBT Mental Health Issues Mental health professional organizations statements regarding conversion and reparative therapies:
Volunteer Opportunities The Center on Halsted Mental Health Department utilizes the services of seasoned mental health professionals serving on our team of volunteer therapists. Therapists who volunteer with the Center on Halsted enjoy a number of benefits such as:
Sexual Orientation and Gender Institute The mission of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Institute (SOGI) is to expand national access to high-quality culturally competent mental health care for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) individuals and their families across the lifespan. Using live and Web-based formats, the Institute offers outstanding graduate training and provides high-quality professional development programming. The Institute also works to advance clinical practice through the promotion of research on LGBT behavioral health issues. A National Advisory Council, comprised of notable academics and clinicians with expertise in LGBT mental health, provides input on the Institute’s curriculum and consultation to its staff. These professionals from the fields of anthropology, psychology and social work are key contributors to the theory and practice of LGBT care. Graduate Student Training Our clinical training year begins in mid-July. Psychotherapy students are asked to commit a minimum of 15 hours a week to the site. With the Center’s expansive hours of operation there is a great deal of flexibility in scheduling. Given the demand for services, trainees are asked to include hours for evening and/or Saturday appointments. All students must be on-site Wednesdays from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm for a staff meetings and training seminars. Applicants should submit the following materials: - Cover letter (specifically addressing your interest in work at COH) Materials should be mailed to: Dr. Braden Berkey Completed applications will be reviewed by our training committee and offers for interviews are extended in March. Please contact the Director of SOGI at (773) 472-6469 or write SOGI@centeronhalsted.org for additional information. Professional Seminar Series Center on Halsted offers continuing education workshops for graduate students and practicing professionals who want to enhance their clinical work with LGBT individuals, couples and their families. These trainings are conducted by SOGI faculty who are seasoned clinicians and teachers specializing in the issues faced by our community. A sampling of training titles we recently offered includes: The Center is licensed by the State of Illinois to provide continuing education credits for social workers and professional counselors completing SOGI trainings. Workshops are scheduled on Friday mornings. Please check our monthly event calendar for current offerings. Healthcare Forums Throughout the year SOGI conducts public forums that bridge the gap between cutting edge research and clinical practice. These presentations provide a unique opportunity for investigators, practitioners and consumers to share their perspectives. Annual LGBT Mental Health Symposium At a regional level, mental health providers, service program administrators, health department representatives and consumers representing diverse economic, ethnic and racial backgrounds conferred to provide a comprehensive review of existing mental health services across the lifespan available in the Chicago metropolitan area. These subject matter experts formulated a critique of current policies and practices, providing a roadmap for the development of age-appropriate and culturally competent services for the next three years. During the summit SOGI’s National Advisory Council assembled for the first time, convening notable academics and clinicians with expertise in LGBT mental health from across the country. These professionals, representing the fields of anthropology, psychology and social work, are key contributors to the existing body of knowledge on LGBT care. Through a facilitated process they examined aging in the LGBT population; shared and integrated their perspectives on behavioral health issues, defined current best practices, identified optimal interventions, and predicted trends over the next three years. Evening programming included a keynote address by Wayne Besen, author, lecturer and activist, on combating the “ex-gay” myth and the use of reparative therapy. (see www.truthwinsout.com) This was followed by an award ceremony honoring volunteer clinicians in the Center’s Mental Health Services Department. The summit concluded with the first annual SOGI Award for the Advancement of LGBTQ Mental Health, which was presented to Gilbert Herdt, Ph.D. the Director of the National Sexuality Resource Center and Human Sexuality Studies at San Francisco State University. (see nsrc.sfsu.edu) Sponsors include:
Advancing Research The Institute works to advance clinical practice through the promotion of research on LGBT behavioral health issues. This is accomplished through investigations conducted at the Center, partnering on research with other organizations and by linking members of the community to studies they may participate in.
Seeking Subjects! The studies below are not affiliated with SOGI, and their inclusion here is not an endorsement of them by the Center. If you are interested in having a research study listed here write SOGI@centeronhalsted.org. Topic: High-risk sex and internalized shame in gay men Institution: Saint Louis University Posted: 03/17/09 PARTICIPANTS Gay men, regardless of race/ethnicity, are invited to participate in this study. Participants must be at least 18 years old. WHAT’S INVOLVED Participation consists of completing a web-based survey that will take about 10-15 minutes of your time. Participation in this study will be anonymous. No self-identifying information will be collected. BENEFITS/RISKS This study is not expected to benefit you directly. Knowledge that is gained from this study will be used to increase understanding about shame that is experienced by gay men and its impact on their sexual behavior. You may withdraw from the study at anytime. To participate in this study, or to get more information about it, please click on the following link or copy and paste it to your web browser: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=cBVlo6p1kWsNolg_2blX2NAQ_3d_3d For additional information about the study: email clemsonk@slu.edu or call Keith Clemson, (314) 276-5622. The study’s supervisor, Dr. Hemla Singaravelu, can be reached at: (314) 977-2108. This study was approved by Saint Louis University’s Institutional Review Board on October 20, 2008. TOPIC: Healthy Emotional Reliance Scale and Deconstruction of Dependency WHAT’S INVOLVEDParticipation consists of completing a web-based survey that will take about 45 minutes of your time. Participation in this study will be anonymous and confidential. You may stop the survey at any time and return to complete it later. BENEFITS/RISKSIf you complete the survey, you will be eligible to take part in a drawing for one of 25 monetary prizes totally $600. Knowledge that is gained from this study will be used to increase understanding about how female couples navigate their relationships and what is important in predicting relationship health. To participate in the study, or to get more information about it, please click on the following link or copy and paste it to your web browser: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=UFljHZ2zpImhM4jkRag4oA_3d_3d The study's supervisor, Dr. Trish Morokoff, can be reached at morokoff@uri.edu. This study was approved by the University of Rhode Island’s Committee on Activities Involving Human Subjects on July 17, 2008. Topic: College-Age Male and Female Victims of Dating Violence in Both Heterosexual and Same-Sex Relationships
TOPIC: Retrospective Experiences of Adult Children of Gay and Lesbian Parents
TOPIC: Lesbian Mother Study INSTITUTION: POSTED: 12/02/08 This study is designed to learn more about the experiences of lesbian couples who are raising children. Participants are lesbian identified women who is co-parenting one or more children with another woman. Both partners will need to participate. PARTICIPANTS The specific requirements for participation are as follows: 1) Subjects are in a lesbian relationship 2) Subjects created their families after their relationship was established 3) Children are currently 18 years of age or younger WHAT’S INVOLVED Your participation will involve answering a series of questions, either through the mail or on a secure website. The questions should take you about one hour to complete and is strictly anonymous. You have the choice of requesting us to mail the questionnaires to you, or of directing you to a website where you may answer them online. Participants will be asked to answer a series of questions about their experiences as lesbian mothers. BENEFITS/RISKS We believe that individuals will find participation in this study enjoyable, and we expect no adverse reactions. Participation is voluntary, participants do not have to answer any questions that do not wish to answer, and participants may withdraw from the study at any time without penalty. No deception is involved, and the study involves no more than minimal risk to participants (i.e., the level of risk encountered in daily life). To participate in the study click on this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=G2Sd8ml2rEN_2bSMZB9pULiQ_3d_3d or copy and paste it into your browser to complete the study on line or you may contact the principal investigator: Dr. Suzanne M. Johnson, Department of Psychology, Dowling College, Oakdale, NY 11769; phone: 631-244-3061; e-mail: johnsons@dowling.edu. The Chairperson of Dowling College’s Institutional Review Board, Dr. Michael Sakuma can be contacted at sakumam@dowling.edu or at (631) 244-3248 This study was approved by
TOPIC: Experience of Children Who Have Transitioned From Living with Heterosexual Parents to Living in a Lesbian or Gay Step-family. INSTITUTION: Institute for Clinical Social Work, Chicago, Illinois POSTED: 09/10/08 Study seeks to understand the subjective experience of adults who as children transitioned from living with heterosexual parents to living in a lesbian or gay stepfamily after parental disclosure of homosexuality and subsequent divorce. The purpose of this study is to research the experience of children transitioning from one household structure to another, resulting from the parent’s changed sexual identity and subsequent divorce. PARTICIPANTS WHAT'S INVOLVED BENEFITS/RISKS: To participate in this study, or to learn more about it, e-mail Debbie Barrett, LCSW, CADC at debbiebar3@aol.com or call 630-217-7754. This study's supervisor, Dr. Joan DiLeonardi, can be reached at 312-726-8480. This study was approved by the Institutional Review Board of the Institute for Clinical Social Work, Chicago, IL on July 11, 2008. TOPIC: Eating Behaviors in Gay Males INSTITUTION: Saint Louis University POSTED: 09/02/08 Study examining eating behaviors in gay males. PARTICIPANTS
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To participate in the study, or to get more information about it, please click on the following link or copy and paste it to your web browser: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=pGodm2sxW1bP7iAkLUPzaw_3d_3d For additional information about the study: If you have questions about this research study, you can contact Aaron J. Blashill (Blashill@slu.edu) or Jillon S. Vander Wal (jillonv@yahoo.com). The study's supervisor, Dr. Jillon S. Vander Wal, can be reached at JillonV@yahoo.comThis study was approved by Saint Louis University's Institutional Review Board on March 26, 2008. TOPIC: Heterosexual Siblings of Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Young Adults POSTED: 09/03/08 Study on the experiences of LGB's straight siblings, using semi-structured interviews.
PARTICIPANTS Eligible participants are between the ages of 18 and 29, identify as heterosexual, and have lived for one or more years with a sibling who identifies as gay, lesbian, or bisexual. We recognize that siblings have diverse experiences and viewpoints and welcome siblings with a range of political, personal, and religious beliefs to participate in the study.
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Knowledge that is gained from this study will be used to increase understanding of and support for heterosexual siblings of gay, lesbian, and bisexual young adults. For example, the data may be used to make recommendations for expanding programming in schools or in organizations that cater to families of sexual minority young people, to include the needs and interests of siblings.
To participate in the study, or to get more information about it, please contact Amy Brainer at 312-753-9234 or email abrain2@uic.edu. The study's supervisor, Lorena Garcia, Ph.D., can be reached at lorena@uic.edu. This study was reviewed and approved by the Institutional Review Board at the University of Illinois at Chicago on June 6, 2008.
POSTED: 06/30/2008 Adults with computer and Internet access. Participants must be at least 18 years old and currently living in the United States. Participation consists of completing an internet survey that will take about 30 minutes of your time. Participation in this study will be anonymous. No identifying information will be collected. There is no penalty for withdrawing from the study. We cannot and do not guarantee or promise that you will receive any benefits from this study. However, knowledge gained in this study will be used to better understand addiction. This study does not contain any known risk factors and it is unlikely that you will experience discomfort.
TOPIC: Female Romantic Relationships INSTITUTION: POSTED: 06/25/08
Study exploring female ideas of romantic relationships.
PARTICIPANTS Women involved in committed romantic relationships with men as well as women in committed romantic relationships with other women.
WHAT’S INVOLVED Participation will involve filling out a survey online that will take 30 to 45 minutes and be completely anonymous.
BENEFITS/RISKS Participants are eligible to take part in a drawing for a chance to win on of three cash prizes of $50.
To participate in the study, or to get more information about it, go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=xKzPfmN4ozxuYBIwipbRog_3d_3d
You may also email Liora Hoffman at liorahoffman@yahoo.com for more information. The study's supervisor, Dr. Janice Steil, can be reached at steil@adelphi.edu.
This study was approved by Adelphi University ’s Institutional Review Board on May 16, 2008.
TOPIC: GLBT Media Representations—Reflections on Living in a Media Culture
TOPIC: Beliefs About Sexual Orientation
INSTITUTION: POSTED: 06/20/08
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To participate in the study, or to get more information about it, go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=F7GP0BfvernmmL22FwZtfw_3d_3d. You may also email Julie Arseneau at jra87@umd.edu for additional information. The study's supervisor, Dr. Ruth Fassinger, can be reached at rfassing@umd.edu
This study was approved by the University of TOPIC: Perceptions of Social Situations and Communicating Sexual Identity INSTITUTION: DePaul University POSTED: 05/28/08
Study examines how gay men perceive social situations and communicate their sexual identity to others.
PARTICIPANTS Men above the age of 18 who identify as gay or bisexual.
WHAT’S INVOLVED Participation consists of giving your opinion about various signifiers of sexual identity, reading a series of paragraphs describing different social situations, and answering questions based on those paragraphs.
BENEFITS/RISKS There are no risks associated with this study beyond what an individual might experience in their daily life. Although there are no direct benefits to you, your participation will help is better understand how gay men perceive and communicate their sexual identity to others. All information provided in this study is anonymous and will be kept confidential.
To participate in the study go to http://condor.depaul.edu/~kmclemo1/CSIS/Index.html. For additional information about the study contact Kevin McLemore at kmclemo1@depaul.edu. The study's supervisor, Christine Reyna, Ph.D., can be reached at creyna@depaul.edu.
This study was approved by DePaul University’s Internal Review Board (CR051707PSY) on May 18, 2007.
TOPIC: Development of Children in LGBT Homes POSTED: 04/15/08 According to the 2007 U.S. Census, more than 500,000 LGBT couples have children. Yet, little is known about the development of children in LGBT homes even though such information will be of great use to policy makers. WHAT'S INVOLVED At the end of the survey participants have the option to enter a drawing for a $50 gift card. Knowledge that is gained from this study will be used to increase the understanding regarding the child development in the context of LGBT homes. It will help with further research studies into this area as a way to promote more awareness in the psychological community. TOPIC: The experience of the sero-negative partner in a serodiscordant relationship: A hypotheses generating study. INSTITUTION: POSTED: 02/12/08 Study examines the experience of the HIV negative gay men who are in relationships with a HIV positive partners.
PARTICIPANTS HIV negative gay men who are currently in a relationship with another gay man that is HIV+ (a serodiscordant relationship). Participants should be between the ages of 20 to 35.
WHAT'S INVOLVED Participation consists of consenting to an audio recorded interview that lasting approximately 1 to 1 ½ hours. BENEFITS/RISKS Upon completion of the interview, you will be entered into a drawing for a $100 gift card to Best Buy. Knowledge that is gained from this study will be used to increase the understanding regarding the HIV negative partners’ experience of their relationship, satisfaction, and communication. It will help with further research studies into this area as a way to promote more awareness in the psychological community. To participate in the study, or to get more information about it, email brad.bailey@yahoo.com with a subject lines that reads “Participant Request.” The study's supervisor, Dr. Marge Witty, can be reached at mwitty@argosy.edu or 312.777.7702. This study was approved by the TOPIC: The Effects of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction on the Immune Systems of Men Living With HIV This study assesses the effects of following a mindfulness-based stress reduction program on the immune system and quality of life for individuals living with HIV. PARTICIPANTS WHAT'S INVOLVED BENEFITS/RISKS To participate in the study, or to learn more about it, contact Rachel Frailich at r.frailich@gmail.com. The study supervisor is Gregory Sarlo, Psy.D. (gsarlo@aol.com). INSTITUTION: Institute for Clinical Social Work,
This study seeks to explore the impact of having a later resolution of sexual orientation on lesbians’ work and career experiences. Does not being able to accept or resolve one’s lesbian sexual identity until the latter part of one’s twenties or later affect work and professional development? If so, in what ways? The study seeks to examine sexual identity and work identity in tandem in order to learn more about the possible connections between the two. PARTICIPANTS Women who identify as lesbian and are between the ages of 30-69, are in the paid work force, and did not resolve or accept their lesbian sexual orientation until their late twenties or later. WHAT’S INVOLVED Participation in the study involves two 60 -90 minute interviews held at a time and place agreed upon by the researcher and participant. Participation is confidential; no identifying information will be used in the dissertation. BENEFITS/RISKS There are no external benefits to participating in this study. Intangible benefits include increasing and diversifying the knowledge-base about lesbians’ lived experience and personal exploration and increased psychological insight about two significant aspects of the self. To participate in this study, or to learn more about it, e-mail jnewberger@icsw.edu, call 312-988-9150 or write: Jill Newberger, MSW, LCSW at 211 E. Ontario Suite 1195 Chicago, IL 60611. This study’s supervisor, Dr. R. Dennis Shelby, can be reached at 312-726-8480.
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“My therapist was wonderful! He is a great listener. Thank you for a very helpful experience.” 
Students pursuing advanced degrees in counseling, social work and psychology will find fulfilling opportunities at Center on Halsted for gaining clinical experience working with Chicago’s LGBT community. In addition, administrative placements are available. Center on Halsted offers comprehensive practicum and internships in outpatient psychotherapy. This training includes weekly individual and group supervision, didactic seminars, and clinical work with individuals, couples, and group therapies. External rotations may be available through the LGBTQ Behavioral Health Training Consortium, which the Center has formed with other community partners.
The Sexual Orientation and Gender Institute at Center on Halsted held its first annual LGBT Mental Health Summit in June 2007. The conference focused on lifespan development, with a particular emphasis on behavioral health issues in the older lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) population. 
