Detransition?
The Ethics of Understanding & Supporting Clients

A 2 hour intermediate course about detransitioning and detrans clients.

Rarely discussed and highly stigmatized - let's break that pattern and support clients!
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The course itself

The media warns you about trans people who "are just going through a phase" or "are doing it for attention" - or some other scandalous dig, especially when someone shares that they are detransitioning. But in reality, there are people who detransition for a variety of reasons. They deserve our support and we ought to know our role and ethics.

If you've ever wondered what you might do if your client detransitioned, there's no better time to prepare to support them. In this course, you'll be hearing real experiences without the pathologizing lens. You will also be brought up-to-date on current literature and research.

In 2 hours, we'll cover:
  • What it means to detransition and why it happens
  • What questions to ask clients
  • Ways to support them
  • Where they can find community
  • Our ethical obligations and duties


Whether your client is contemplating, detransitioning, desisting, or detrans, you'll be ready to provide inclusive care!

This course is considered intermediate (see right column for specifics.)

Additional Information

🧠 This course is intermediate level. 
Please have up-to-date knowledge about trans and non-binary individuals, as well as the basics of gender affirming care and WPATH Standards of Care v8.

🚫Due to the nature of digital products, we cannot offer a refund. It is very important that you read this product page and its description thoroughly.

🕒 You can access this course at any time after you purchase it. It's self-paced and pre-recorded.

❔If you have any questions, please direct them to hello@cryptidlearns.com .

📋 Case studies and session materials are only shared with client consent on file. Do not redistribute.

🏆 This product does currently provide Continuing Education credits. Completion and passing the post-test qualifies for 2 AASECT CE credits and 2 NBCC credit hours.

Course Lessons

Learning Objectives

  1. Participants will be able to analyze the literature about detransitioning.
  2. Participants will be able to identify their clients’ needs surrounding detransition.
  3. Participants will identify their ethical obligations regarding a client’s detransition journey.

Presented by

Dr. Kade Sharp

PhD, LICSW, CMHS, CST, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™
Dr. Kade Sharp (he/they) is a white disabled fat queer autistic trans demi Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, Certified Sex Therapist, and Child Mental Health Specialist practicing in Washington state. He has his PhD in Clinical Sexology through Modern Sex Therapy Institutes. He specializes in supporting queer, trans and non-binary autistic and AuDHD clients of all ages, as well as neurodivergent supervisees. Kade loves helping people figure out they're autistic, playing board & card games, roleplaying, reality TV, true crime, and his 2 adopted senior cats. You can find Kade at Curious Cryptid Learning, www.kadesharp.com and www.neurokink.org .

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this training qualify for Continuing Education credits/hours?

Yes! This content is geared toward NBCC's Counseling Theory/Practice and the Counseling Relationship, Social and Cultural Foundations content areas for 2 NBCC credit hours.
Curious Cryptid Learning has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7930. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Curious Cryptid Learning is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

This program also meets the requirements of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and is approved for 2 CE credits (Category D.) These CE credits may be applied toward AASECT certification and renewal of certification. Provider # 25-1223-KS
Completion of this program does not ensure or guarantee AASECT certification. For further information please contact info@assect.org.

Is this about in-person or telehealth sessions?

The content is applicable to both formats.

What level is this course?

This is an intermediate-level course; please have a firm understanding of trans identities and common non-cis experiences before enrolling. You do not need to know about detrans and detransitioned folks.

If you would like a primer, Affirming Play Therapy with Trans Youth is recommended.

What client age range is discussed?

Teens and adults are primarily discussed.

Conflict of Interest and Financial Declaration:

The presenter will receive financial gains from the purchase of this pre-recorded webinar. The presenter is the owner of this learning platform and has no other conflicts of interest.

Policy for Complaints:

If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the quality of this course or any other issue related to this training, please email us at hello@cryptidlearns.com and we will respond within 48 business hours.

Grievance Procedure:
1. The person with a grievance will first try to informally resolve their grievance by contacting Dr. Kade Sharp at Curious Cryptid Learning with the issue concerning the training, its delivery, the evaluation method, or technological issue.
2. If the aggrieved person is not satisfied with the resolution through informal means, the aggrieved person shall put their grievance in writing to Dr. Kade Sharp at Curious Cryptid Learning. 
3. Curious Cryptid Learning or the Event Facilitator (Dr. Kade Sharp) will then consult with appropriate personnel at the organization that have approved the course to find fair methods of resolving the grievance. 
4. If the aggrieved person is not satisfied with the solutions put forth, then they will be directed to put their grievance in writing and contact the appropriate organization, e.g. AASECT or state in which training has been provided. The appropriate AASECT personnel can be reached at ce@aasect.org 
5. The AASECT CE Provider (Dr. Kade Sharp at Curious Cryptid Learning) will abide by any decisions regarding resolution of the grievance. 
6. Dr. Kade Sharp at Curious Cryptid Learning can be reached at hello@cryptidlearns.com .

What if I need accommodations?

Curious Cryptid Learning aims to be inclusive and understands there are many different ways people need to access learning information & materials. Curious Cryptid Learning strives to provide ADA compliant content to the public for physical, visual, and auditory disabilities.

If you need accommodations for this pre-recorded course, please contact us at hello@cryptidlearns.com and let us know your needs.

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