This webinar examines the elevated risk of suicide among LGBTQ+ youth through a family systems and attachment-based lens, emphasizing the powerful role of caregiver response in shaping outcomes. Learn concrete, evidence-based strategies and language to strengthen family connection and reduce risk.

After attending this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Differentiate between rejecting, neutral, and affirming family responses and their clinical impact
• Identify at least three key risk factors contributing to elevated suicide risk among LGBTQ+ youth
• Explain the role of family acceptance and connection as a primary protective factor

CE credits available for addiction professionals, marriage & family therapists, psychologists, therapists, counselors, and social workers.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers during these presentations are solely those of the speakers and do not reflect the views or positions of the organization or any affiliated entities. The organization is not responsible for any statements, advice, or opinions shared by the speakers during these sessions.

Presented By

Samantha Quigneaux, LMFT

Samantha Quigneaux, LMFT

Title National Director of Family Therapy Services

Organization Newport Healthcare

Newport’s National Director of Family Therapy Services, Samantha is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has worked with a family systems perspective to treatment throughout her career. She oversees the use of Attachment-Based Family Therapy as an essential part of Newport’s family programming. Prior to joining the Newport team, Samantha workedextensively with the LGBTQIA+ community, supporting individuals struggling with issues regarding gender and sexuality. She also specializes in treating trauma, including sexual and physical abuse.

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