ABOUT
Sy Bedrick
Sy Bedrick, LCSW, (they/them, zie/zim, fae/faem) is a clinical social worker, educator and advocate, offering workshops and consultation on gender diversity, gender affirming makeup, safe gender affirming undergarment use, and Disability Justice and inclusion.
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In autumn 2025, Sy will be offering therapy through their private practice under the supervision of Kira Keenan, LICSW, MEd. To join the waitlist, please reach out via email (sybedrick@gmail.com) to request a complementary intake session. ​​
Perspective
All of Sy's work stems from an anti-racist, anti-ableist, trans affirming perspective. Their interest in Disability Rights Activism began before they became disabled, but zier experience as a disabled and neurodivergent individual has led them to dive deeper into advocacy work, and consider access and inclusion in every aspect of their work.
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As a white person, Sy continues to educate themself on the legacy of white supremacy, and consistently implement structures and practices into their work to resist white supremacist and hegemonic culture.
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Sy is a trans and nonbinary individual, who believes that everyone deserves the right to identify and express themselves however is right for them, and continues to fight for transgender equity, protection, and prosperity in their work, school, and beyond.
Experience
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Shelter Manager, Haus of Codec -
A nonprofit providing emergency housing, transitional housing, and rapid rehousing services to transitional age LGBTQ+ youth
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Worker/Owner, LUNA Community Care -
The first disabled workers co-operative in the U.S., dedicated to creating an affirming support space for neurodivergent adults
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Co-Chair, Education and Outreach Committee, SHIP -
A nonprofit organization that promotes sexual health and pleasure
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Center Coordinator, Case Management Intern, ​Union Steward (SEIU 1199NE) Youth Pride Inc. -
A nonprofit organization offering a drop-in center and wrap-around services for LGBTQ+ youth ages 5-25​
Qualifications
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island
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Masters of Social Work, Certificate in Child and Adolescent Trauma, Rhode Island College
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Bachelors of Fine Arts in Theatrical Directing,
New York University
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50 hours Intimacy Coordination Training through Intimacy Directors International and Intimacy Directors and Coordinators
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Gender Consulting Training with
Shira Helena Gitlin
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Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for Intimacy Professionals with Chels Morgan
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Master Makeup Artistry Certificate,
Make-Up Designory
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8 Years of makeup and SFX work in film and television - fairyeffects.com
Awards
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Mental Health Association of Rhode Island 2024/25 Internship Stipend Award
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Rhode Island Labor History Society 2025 Trailblazer Award
