The Influence of Bias with Mental Health Counselors and Cisgender Men Wearing Makeup

Presenter Information

Brandi Velasquez Nash

Faculty Sponsor

Dr. Kassie Terrell

Faculty Sponsor College

Brooks College of Health

Faculty Sponsor Department

Public Health

Location

SOARS Virtual Conference

Presentation Website

https://unfsoars.domains.unf.edu/influence-of-bias-with-mental-health-counselors-and-cisgender-men-wearing-makeup/

Keywords

SOARS (Conference) (2020 : University of North Florida) -- Posters; University of North Florida. Office of Undergraduate Research; University of North Florida. Graduate School; College students – Research -- Florida – Jacksonville -- Posters; University of North Florida – Graduate students – Research -- Posters; University of North Florida. Department of Public Health -- Research -- Posters; Health Sciences -- Research – Posters

Abstract

The concepts of gender & sexuality within counselor diversity training continue to expand & change over time; therefore, it is essential that mental health professionals are knowledgeable of the changes faced by gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals, specifically cisgender men who wear makeup. This includes being aware of the biases and stigmas that GNC individuals face and understanding how those barriers affect their mental health.

Elements that are applicable to this population include: (a) the historical significance & implications of cisgender men who wear makeup, (b) social media platforms where cisgender men showcase their makeup skills, (c) cultural experiences of GNC people, (d) social & systematic barriers that they face, and (e) the ways health professionals can apply this knowledge to their continuing education and training in multiculturalism & diversity.