Mary Nedela, PhD, LMFT

Dr. Mary Nedela (she/hers) is an Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator at Central Connecticut State University in the Marriage and Family Therapy Program. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 10 years of experience working in various clinical settings, including in-home programs, in-patient style settings, and outpatient settings. She is particularly passionate about sexual and gender diverse individuals and their relationships with family, friends, and partners. Additionally, she is driven to increase the quantity and quality of clinical services available to queer and trans communities.

Mary’s courses

LGBTQIA2S+ Affirming Therapy and Supervision

Using trauma-informed, affirming practices with LGBTQIA2S+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Two-Spirit, plus) clients and supervisees is essential to their wellbeing. With this discussion, we aim to highlight the complexities of sexuality and mental health. Further, the panelists will discuss ways mental health providers can go beyond awareness and sensitivity to give responsive care.

On demand

1.5 credits

Working with Gender Diverse Clients

In this discussion, we dig into the responsibility we have as mental health providers to be exploratory and responsive in our practice with trans, gender queer and non-binary/conforming clients. People use different terms to describe their gender and identity so it is our job to join our clients in continuous dialogue around appropriate terms and defining what those terms mean for each client.

On demand

1.5 credits

Clinical Foundations: Relationship Therapy Refresher

This course looks at the ever-evolving world of relationships from outdated language to the need for cultural curiosity outside of heteronormative culture. This conversation is crucial to be having during this time as relationships can be more than two people and the topic is growing in complexity. Clinicians will learn about how to address relational problems and intimacy details in a thorough, responsive manner.

On demand

1.5 credits