First Impressions Matter:

Creating Trans-Inclusive Registration Forms

After this course, you will be able to:

  1. Understand the Importance of Inclusive Forms: Discuss the significance of intake/registration forms in creating a welcoming impression and affirming environment for gender diverse clients.

  2. Reflect on Your Unique Needs: Encourage individualized reflection on the information necessary for your practice and what can be omitted to respect privacy and inclusivity.

  3. Identify Common Mistakes: Review common mistakes made on intake forms, understand why they are problematic, and learn how to avoid them.

  4. Adopt Best Practices: Outline standards for best practices in creating and distributing inclusive intake forms that respect and affirm diverse gender identities.

  5. Implement Inclusive Language: Learn how to effectively use inclusive language and design in registration forms to create a safe and welcoming environment for all clients.

  6. Address Relationship Structures: Understand how to include diverse relationship structures in your forms, moving beyond traditional binary and normative expectations.

  7. Clarify Reasons for Questions: Develop strategies for clarifying the reasons behind certain questions on your forms to build trust and rapport with clients.

  8. Stay Informed and Adaptable: Recognize the evolving nature of language and identities, and learn how to stay informed and adaptable in your form design to remain inclusive.

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Meet your instructor

Meet your instructor ✳

Jess Romeo (he/they)

Hi, I’m Jess, your instructor! I’m a trans-identified psychiatric nurse practitioner, clinical social worker, and private practice owner. I run a thriving and highly in-demand private psychiatry practice in the DC Metro area, and specialize in the psychiatric care of LGBTQIA+ individuals.

I provide consultation and on-demand education on LGBTQIA+ competency for individuals and small businesses across the country. So glad to have you with us!