Beach Drive Forums are a series of conversations for congregation and community on thought-provoking topics, a sort of "Chautauqua South." The monthly (or so) conversations with intriguing guest speakers and subject matter are open to our members and the public and will take place on Wednesdays from about 6-8 p.m. (presentation from 6-7, followed by a time for Q & A and refreshments) in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome!

November 15 - Understanding Mental Health Challenges Faced by Transgender Youth by Jenny Gould, M.D.

Jenny Gould, MD will explore mental health issues experienced by transgender youth, and why it is often to a disproportionately greater degree in comparison to the ‘general population.’ Dr. Gould will also provide an overview of the growing restrictions related to provision of gender-affirming health care, in Florida and nationwide.

Bio: Jenny Gould, MD

Dr. Gould, Board Certified in both General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, has worked in private practice, community mental health centers, academic psychiatry, and as Medical Director of a non-profit mental health agency in Atlanta. Dr. Gould served as adjunct faculty at Emory University in Atlanta for many years. She is currently in solo private practice in St. Petersburg, focusing on children, adolescents, and young adults.

Dr. Gould spent much of her childhood and adolescence in the Upper Keys and was an honor graduate at Eckerd College. Dr. Gould lived in the Atlanta area for nearly 30 years. Because of their love for St. Petersburg and the natural beauty of this area, Dr. Gould and her wife Robin moved to St. Pete in 2017.

Childcare will be provided with advance reservations only. Please call the Church Office.