QueerCME Vodcast

Join Dr. Crystal Beal and Dr. Eli Lawliet, Ph.D., (he/him) for a great episode learning about the work of gender doulas!!!!

Eli Lawliet, Ph.D., (he/him) is the dreamer and weaver of The Gender Doula. In addition to a decade of experience researching trans healthcare, law, policy, and history, he has formal training as a full spectrum doula, breathwork facilitator, and tarot reader, as well as many years of surviving the world of poverty wages and retail work. The broad scope of his experience directly informs the equally broad spectrum of his work as The Gender Doula. Eli has been seeing clients since January of 2020 and has worked with hundreds of trans folks nationally and internationally in sessions, classes, and workshops. Though he was born in Oklahoma and raised in Missouri, Eli currently lives in Los Angeles (Gabrieliño-Tongva, Chumash, & Kizh land) with his partner, three cats, a dog, and four snakes.

In this episode, we are thrilled to host Jess Romeo (he/they), the visionary founder of My Gender IQ. Jess is a dual-trained Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and clinical social worker, and an influential business owner, professional mentor, DEI consultant, and proud trans guy.

Jess joins us to share his groundbreaking work in transforming mental health care to be more affirming and inclusive for transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals. With his continuing education series at My Gender IQ and his commitment to fostering radical healing and gender liberation, Jess is setting new standards in the field. Tune in as we explore practical strategies for providing transgender-affirming psychiatric care and discuss the importance of creating supportive environments for both patients and healthcare providers. Whether you're a healthcare professional or an advocate for TGD rights, this episode is packed with invaluable insights you won't want to miss.

Learn more about Jess in our blog!!!

Join me on the first episode of season 3!!!! I got to catch up with Dylan Atler (they/them). From farmer, lawyer, and professor to ADHD Coach. NeuroQueer.org founder Dylan Alter (they/them) offers 1:1 & group ADHD coaching, co-working, workshops, and more. They've developed The PUG: A Personal User Guide To Your ADHD Brain, as a structured model for curating one's own ADHD support. Find more about NeuroQueer and options in our guest blog Dylan crafted for us!

Join me and Bowie (they/them) to learn more about the role of a gender doula in supporting your trans and gender diverse patients.  Rainbow, aka Bowie, Winnike is a gender doula who supports NeuroQueers in finding and living their truth through playful exploration. Their work combines lessons gained through lived experience, social work, art education, NeuroQueer community, and years of self study.

Learn more about Bowie and find their recommended resource lists for your patient at the QueerCME blog.

Find Bowie here:

Website: www.rainbowchrysaliscoaching.com

Schedule: https://calendly.com/bowie-jg4

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Join me and Dr. Roden (she/her) who is an adolescent medicine specialist at Penn State to learn more about her approaches to menstrual suppression!

Join me and Mollie to learn more about the intersection of body work and trans healthcare. Mollie (she/they) is a body-positive, weight-neutral massage therapist working especially with queer and trans clients; disabled and chronically ill people; survivors of trauma; and anyone pushed to the margins of institutionalized healthcare. She works to support your nervous system by moving slowly and specifically, at your body's own pace. Through a pain-free neuro/myofascial approach, she focuses on injury treatment, chronic pain support, nerve conditions, headaches/migraines, EDS/hypermobility, fibromyalgia, whiplash, and more.

Mollie's recommended resources:

Join me and Patricio (any pronoun) the practioner at Hi Sis, an organization increasing access to hair removal for trans and gender diverse clients.

Patricio Argenta Battani (Pronoun Indifferent, Queer, Gender Queer, Latine) 
Master of Public Health, Certified Clinical Electrologist

Patricio Argenta Battani is a dedicated advocate and trailblazer in the field of public health and gender-affirming care. With a rich background in HIV prevention and care spanning over 25 years, Patricio has been a driving force in reshaping healthcare paradigms and advocating for marginalized communities.
Patricio's educational journey began with a Bachelor's in Business Administration, followed by a Master of Public Health from Indiana University, where they were awarded the prestigious Ryan White Scholarship for their outstanding contributions to the field.

Throughout their career, Patricio's impact has been felt on a local and national scale. From playing a pivotal role in managing the HIV outbreak in southern Indiana to contributing to national prevention campaigns, Patricio's dedication to improving sexual and reproductive health has been unwavering.
In 2021, Patricio founded and assumed the role of Chief Firebrand at HI SIS, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing affordable medically necessary hair removal to individuals seeking gender affirmation and those living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). This initiative showcases Patricio's commitment to equitable healthcare access and the decolonization of medical practices

Patricio's expertise extends beyond their professional roles. They are an active member of esteemed organizations such as WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health), the Society for Clinical and Medical Hair Removal, and the American Electrology Association.
In recognition of their outstanding contributions, Patricio was honored with the Business of Pride award in 2021 in Honolulu, Hawaii, highlighting their dedication to fostering inclusive and affirming environments.
Patricio's passion for continuous learning is evident through their involvement in various professional associations and their commitment to staying updated with the latest industry advancements. Their approach to learning is driven by a desire to constantly evolve and provide the best possible care to those they serve.

Outside of their professional endeavors, Patricio is an avid advocate for diversity and inclusivity, drawing inspiration from their personal experiences and challenges. Their unique perspective enriches their work and underscores their commitment to fostering positive change.

Patricio Argenta Battani's journey is one of dedication, compassion, and a relentless pursuit of equitable healthcare. Through their work in public health, gender-affirming care, and the decolonization of medical practices, Patricio continues to blaze a trail toward a more inclusive and compassionate future.

www.hisis.org

Join me and Kristina Armenakis (they/she) to learn more about support for trans and gender diverse patients experiencing chronic illness and chronic pain. She is a certified Somatic Coach who works with people experiencing chronic illness and/or chronic pain. Kristina offers a somatic support group to people experiencing chronic illness and works one-on-one with clients in a process of embodied transformation: accessing all levels of intelligence in the body – intellectual, emotional, and physical, healing trauma and creating safety in the body, and building resilience in the face of stress and challenge. Prior to their work as a Somatic Coach, Kristina managed leadership and community building programs for Queer and Trans youth for over a decade, provided counseling for queer and trans survivors of domestic and sexual violence, and most recently, co-created and led an intensive support, education, and leadership program for Trans and Non-binary young people. They hold Master of Social Work and Master of Public Administration degrees from the University of Washington. Kristina has been trained in the Somatic Coaching methodology of the Strozzi Institute and is certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy, an evidence-based modality used to treat chronic pain.

Visit Kristina's practice at her website.

  Alternatively, clinicians can experience a taste of somatic coaching at a MeetUp Kristina hosts. 

Join me with Renée Yoxon (they/them) to learn more about vocal transition. Renée Yoxon is a queer, nonbinary, and disabled gender-affirming voice teacher with a passion for voice education, creativity, and vocal curiosity. Over the past 12+ years, they have taught thousands of students how to love their voice. Their strength as a teacher is explaining complicated concepts in plain language that anyone can understand, as well as anticipating student problems before they occur. They are the creator of a suite of online courses that provide concise and easy-to-follow trans voice education to trans and nonbinary people all over the world: Trans Vocal Exploration, Trans Voice Basics, Mindful Voice Feminization, Masculinize Your Voice Without Testosterone, and Learn to Teach Trans Voice Alteration in 5 Weeks. Renée is a creative thinker, and a deep listener, and their favourite thing in the world is helping people just like you to reach their voice goals. Find them at reneeyoxon.com.

Social links:

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Does your organization need some consulting and training? Find Mitch at [email protected]