On Monday morning, the U.S. Supreme Court announced it would consider the constitutionality of Chiles v. Salazar, which would challenge Colorados 2019 ban on conversion therapy for minors.Conversion therapy refers to practices or treatments aimed at changing an individuals sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Major medical and mental health organizations like the American Psychological Association cite that conversion therapy uses psychosocially harmful techniques.The Minor Conversion Therapy Law prohibits licensed psychiatrists and other mental health professionals from engaging in conversion therapy with patients under 18 years old. Professionals who violate the law are subject to disciplinary action by their licensing board.The law is being challenged by Kaley Chiles, a Christian-based counselor who argued in her legal brief that many of her clients seek her counsel precisely because they believe that their faith and their relationship with God establishes the foundation upon which to understand their identity and desires.Chiles also claims that the law prohibits counseling conversations with minors that might encourage them to change their sexual orientation or gender identity, including efforts to change behaviors or gender expressions, while allowing discussions that provide [a]cceptance, support, and understanding for identity exploration and development, including [a]ssistance to a person undergoing gender transition.The Supreme Courts decision to hear the case follows a ruling by the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that upheld the lower courts ruling.In 2023, the Supreme Court opted not to hear a similar case out of Washington, letting the lower courts ruling stand.Conversion therapy is currently banned in 23 states and the District of Columbia.The post U.S. Supreme Court to review challenge to Colorados conversion therapy ban appeared first on News Is Out.