Event Description:
In this series, we will explore implicit bias, intersectionality, and other cultural factors that affect behavioral health treatment. You will learn about strategies and resources for supporting LGBTIQA, Muslim, Latinx, and African-American clients and how to create a more welcoming and inclusive practice. Sessions will be held each Tuesday, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm beginning October 12, 2021 through November 16, 2021. You may attend individual sessions or the entire series.
Objectives
Describe strategies for reducing implicit bias in behavioral health.
Discuss the concept of intersectionality as it applies to behavioral health.
Identify resources and approaches for creating intentionally inclusive practices.
Develop an action plan for improved practice with marginalized communities.
Audience
This workshop will be beneficial to behavioral health and human service practitioners, including psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, substance use and addictions professionals, clinicians and all others interested in this topic.
