Case 1: Bridging Belief Gaps in LGBTQ+ Counseling

Client: Jamie Rodriguez, a 22-year-old college student majoring in psychology.
Background: Jamie identifies as non-binary and is seeking counseling to navigate the process of
coming out to their conservative, religious family.
Counselor: Sarah Thompson, a 35-year-old counselor who is a devout Christian.
Background: Sarah is passionate about her religious beliefs and has limited experience working
with LGBTQ+ clients.
Scenario: Sarah, assigned to Jamie, is torn between providing support for Jamie’s coming-out
process and staying true to her religious convictions. Jamie is eager for affirmation and
understanding but senses Sarah’s discomfort.
Students must grapple with the ethical decision-making process in balancing the client’s needs,
the counselor’s values, and maintaining a therapeutic alliance.