• PANEL DISCUSSION - October 14th @ 10 am - Being In Between: Enhancing Cultural Humility to Meet Post-Pandemic Mental Health Needs

    2 CE TRAINING

  • JSSA TRAINING INSTITUTE

    This will be a live real-time, interactive webinar. You will be sent a zoom link 24hours prior to the training. Please be patient. The Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) is authorized by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners to sponsor Category 1 continuing education programs. The D.C and Virginia Boards of Social Work usually recognize the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiner's approval. Please contact your state board for verification. JSSA maintain responsibility for this program. JSSA is an approved sponsor of CE credits for psychologists in Maryland under the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. JSSA maintains responsibility for this program. JSSA has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No.6457. In order to receive a certificate, registrants must attend the entire session in a timely manner.
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  • DATE: Monday, October 14th

    TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST

    TWO (2) CATEGORY I CE'S PROVIDED 

    COST: FREE

     DESCRIPTION:

     

    HMF-YAC Being In Between Panel Series

    Race and Mental Health: Enhancing Cultural Humility to Meet Post-Pandemic Mental Health Needs

    Virtual Panel Presentation

    Monday, October 14th, 2024

    10:00 am – 12:00 pm EST

    Free | Two Category I CEs

     

    Overview:

    After the first year of the Covid-19 Pandemic, researchers found that Hispanic, Black, and Asian populations experienced worse rates of anxiety and depression than their non-Hispanic, white counterparts. The early years of the Covid-19 Pandemic had a disproportionate impact on non-White and Hispanic communities. In addition to the racialized impact of the pandemic, surveys from the Pew Research Center revealed that there had been a steep increase in experiences of discrimination among Black, Hispanic, and Asian people, with an unprecedent increase of anti-Asian violence. The murder of George Floyd by the police and the murder of six Asian women in Atlanta also contributed to experiences of racial trauma.Even before the events of 2020 and 2021, BIPOC identifying Americans with mental health needs received lower quality of care while many were unable to access any mental health services.

    As the need for mental health services has increased and the stigma for accessing services has decreased, are mental health providers and care workers equipped to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse client population? This training will begin with a presentation to contextualize the issue and present best practices. This will be followed by a panel discussion of BIPOC transitional age youth who will share their experiences of mental health and accessing care.

     

    LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 

    • Participants will receive an overview on recent research on racial and ethnic disparities in occurrences of mental health and access to treatment.
    • Participants will learn about structural and cultural factors influencing access to and quality of care.
    • Participants will learn about best practices for working with BIPOC communities and increasing their own cultural humility. 
    • Participants will hear directly from BIPOC young people about their experiences with mental health and seeking mental health care.


    TRAINERS: 

    KIRAN DIXIT, LCPC (She/Her) 

    Kiran Dixit is the Director of Learning and Inclusion at JSSA. She is responsible for directing the vision, strategy, growth, resource management, and excellence of the Training Institute; as well as leading JSSA’s commitment and strategy to be a diverse, anti-racist, equitable, and inclusive organization. She also oversees the student learning/internship programs and is responsible for all training opportunities at JSSA.
    As a licensed therapist, she provides individual and family therapy in her private practice in Bethesda, MD. She has provided clinical care in several diverse settings from individual private practice, school setting to community based mental health agencies. Kiran obtained her master’s in clinical Community Psychology from Mansfield University, PA and her Post Master’s Certification in Clinical Counseling from Johns Hopkins University.

    Dominique McFarlane, LMSW 

    With a passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges, Dominique McFarlane brings empathy and expertise to their practice and is committed to fostering a supportive and healing environment for clients. Dominique holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University, class of 2023, and has a deep appreciation for the role of cultural identity in mental health. Rooted in varied life experiences, Dominique provides a compassionate space where personal growth and resilience can thrive. Working collaboratively with clients, Dominique helps them explore and consider new perspectives, with a focus on fostering strengths and well-being as they navigate their unique journeys.

    Brittany Cephas, M.Ed., LCPC, NCC

    Brittany Cephas is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, owner of a private mental health practice, and the Student Success Coordination Supervisor at JSSA. With extensive experience in mental health counseling, youth leadership, and academic success coordination, Brittany is dedicated to empowering teens to develop their voices, leadership skills, and resilience. She has facilitated various programs and workshops focused on personal development, emotional well-being, and community engagement. Brittany is excited to guide and support the youth she works with in their journey toward positive change and growth.

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