Despite various attempts, racial trauma continues to receive limited clinical attention in the field of mental health and psychology (Jernigan & Daniel, 2011). While the presence of blatant racism is less prevalent, implicit or subtle racism is still pervasive in the mental health field (Penson, 2013).

During this course, participants will explore the historical impacts of racism within the clinical and medical fields. Additionally, participants will understand the impacts of racial trauma. Building upon this knowledge, participants will gain tools to incorporate anti-racist counseling approaches and culturally appropriate interventions. Participants will explore case studies and apply knowledge in dyadic activities to foster comfort in working with racially diverse populations. Upon completion of this training, participants will leave with actionable steps to continue their journey toward dismantling racism in the mental health field. Responding to the calls of several scholars encouraging clinicians to engage in specialized training around healing racial trauma, this training seeks to provide this much-needed offering (Sue, Capidilupo, Torino, Bucceri, Holder, Nadal, Esquilian, 2007).

This training is eligible for 1 Continuing Education Credit for LMHCs, LCSWs, and LMSWs in New York. Kenya Crawford, LMHC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0269. Kenya Crawford, LMHC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0736.

In order to receive the CEU credit you must pass the Post Test with a 70% or higher.