Brief Presentations
Available in-person or virtually, and are usually brief (ranging from 1 to 3 hours long). Brief presentation on a requested topic usually provide targeted overview and strategies on a very particular subject matter.
Example topics include:
“Structural Racism as a Function of Behavior”
Environmental and structural systems have a profound impact on our thoughts, behaviors, and overall development. In order to elicit behavior change, we must strive to better understand the socio-political and cultural context in which we are raised in. This workshop focuses on racial and ethnic disparities in multiple systems, how policies maintain an inherently racist structure, and actions we can take towards improving the system through our work with children and families in behavioral health.
“Self-Care - Why It’s Important & How to Do It”
As a Licensed Psychologist that has specialized in working with traumatized youth and families, I’m painfully aware of the very real impact of vicarious trauma. Beyond working with clients who have experienced trauma, taking care of our own mental health regardless of your profession is so critical. This presentation focuses on important skills we can use to apply to our own lives to enhance our well-being and more than anything add some more tools to your toolbox of self-care.
“How to bring up culture with your client”
Therapists have communicated their struggles with bringing up the topic of culture and or race with their client. This presentation is highly interactive with ample opportunities for role play and practice. It will start with providing critical points on culture and race, and a large focus on practicing the skills. This would be recommended for more advanced clinicians.
“Raising Multiracial Children”
As a mother raising two multiracial children, I have first-hand experience of the anxiety, questions, and challenges that come with this role. This is a highly interaction hour (or two) where we discuss what the research says about raising multiracial children but also share our own stories with each other. The goal is to provide a community of support and raise resilient, multiracial children to be proud of their identities. Open to all caregiver roles.
