Working therapeutically with clients who have intersex variations

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There has never been a better time for therapists to ensure that they are equipped to support intersex people in their practice. The UK intersex population is upwards of 1.1 million (1.7%).

Research has shown that there is a significant need for therapeutic support in the intersex population, particularly where trauma is created through nonconsensual surgeries and medical intervention in infancy and childhood. The UK Gender Recognition Act consultation 2018 included questions for intersex people, and in 2019 the UK Government launched a variation in sex characteristics call for evidence survey, to more fully understand the experiences of intersex people. During our workshops, practitioners gain a deeper understanding of the following:

• Differences between physical sex characteristics, sexuality, and gender identity.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the many physical variations in sex characteristics covered by the umbrella term ‘intersex’.
• The existential challenges.
• Human rights abuse in the UK and worldwide.

About the speakers

Jane Czyzselska is an integrative psychotherapist working with LGBTIQ and NB people, as well as cis-gendered heterosexuals, including other intersections such as race, class, and disability. Jane’s 2016 master’s research focussed on the lived experience of intersex clients in therapy. Jane is the former editor of lesbian and bi women’s magazine, DIVA.

Valentino Vecchietti is an intersex human rights campaigner, writer, and public speaker. They have presented at Intersex Human Rights Conferences internationally. They provide consultation to:

• LGBT organisations
• UK Government Equalities Office
• The arts for mixed media, film, and theatre.

They work with universities to produce projects and research regarding intersex human rights.