Part I of this webinar program will focus on some of the ways that the history of racism impacts the delivery and accessibility of mental health care in communities of color. Ethics and social justice are key components of the code of the profession of social work and similar helping professions and very much a part of the larger movement of decolonizing therapy. Beyond multiculturalism education and cultural competency, we discover a new phrase – that of decolonizing therapy, which challenges us to explore how we can begin to include the trauma of oppression within our healing and helping sessions and dismantle the often-unconscious structures of racism. This one hour live presentation provides parents and caregivers of middle and high school students with information that research shows can help reduce the chances that their teen will engage in substance use. In this presentation, co-presenters Dr. Jenna Stokes-Jenkins & Dr. Bill Hanlon will review medical history and physical exam findings that can help identify and differentiate between acute vs chronic pain. This presentation will further explore alternative holistic treatments that include medical care, nursing care, physical therapy, Neuroscience Pain Education, massage therapy, counseling, aquatic therapy, essential oils, yoga, therapeutic exercise, and relaxation training. For Student Assistance Program (SAP) professionals. Free event- one (1) Act 48 and NASW-PA credit provided.
Event Phone: (717)299-2831 Schools and agencies wishing to add SAP (Student Assistance Program) team members should register the new team member to attend this three-day training. SAP training is a comprehensive training which results in certification for both the elementary and secondary level SAP program. SAP is the leading program of support in Pennsylvania for students K-12 and (more…) Over 30 million people in the US struggle with disordered eating. It is important that clinical providers and community leaders in minority communities be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of eating disorders to get more individuals the support they need and help reduce the stigma around eating disorders. This two-day event will feature prominent industry professionals speaking on critical issues in the Black community relevant to substance use disorder treatment and recovery. Earn 8 CEs! Open to all professionals, this summit seeks to foster diversity, openness, and inclusion within the recovery community, and highlight some of the unique needs and traits of this identified group. Part II of the series is designed to be informative for those who face mental health challenges and the families and communities that support them. Participants will be able to provide patient/patient communities and mental healthcare providers with insights into how micro trauma and microaggressions (related to racism) impact mental health.
Event Phone: (717)299-2831 Schools and agencies wishing to add SAP (Student Assistance Program) team members should register the new team member to attend this three-day training. SAP training is a comprehensive training which results in certification for both the elementary and secondary level SAP program. SAP is the leading program of support in Pennsylvania for students K-12 and (more…)
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