2019 Gender Odyssey
August 1–4, 2019
San Diego, CA
This program is subject to change.
Consciously Parenting Your Gender-Expansive Child
Workshop Description
Conscious parenting is an important element in raising a happy, secure child. When raising a gender-expansive child, conscious parenting becomes even more important in order to help your child be their authentic self. This workshop will cover the basics of conscious parenting, and explore how staying conscious throughout your child's gender journey can be beneficial for all family members. Staying within and trusting yourself and your child can help immensely when dealing with others' reactions, choosing the next step in the journey, and coping with your own emotional responses all while remaining close and connected to your child.
Conference Track
Family
Topic
Mental Health - Youth
Primary Contact
Darlene Tando, Darlene Tando, LCSW
Workshop Presenters
Darlene Tando, Darlene Tando, LCSW
Pronouns
she/her
Presenter Bio
Darlene Tando is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a private practice in San Diego. She has been working with transgender clients since 2006, and a large part of her practice is dedicated to working with gender expansive/transgender youth and adults. Darlene believes the individual is the “expert” on one’s own gender identity. For more information about her work in the gender field, please visit her blog at www.darlenetandogenderblog.com. Darlene also authored the book “The Conscious Parent’s Guide to Gender Identity: A Mindful Approach to Embracing Your Child's Authentic Self”.