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This new training introduces attendees to a unique program that uses evidence based mental health approaches for working with immigrants who experienced trauma, depression, anxiety and PTSD. Due to the challenges families face when trying to access mental health care during the pandemic and because of language/cultural barriers, this 10 week program was developed to meet their needs. Participants learn Psychological First Aid Approach used in crisis situations as well as the Cognitive Behavior Therapy Model and its uses in understanding this populations responses to trauma, (thoughts, feelings & Behavior after trauma). Learn healthy responses and strategies such as progressive muscle relaxation, breathing exercises, mindfulness, gratitude and behavioral activation.
https://ceyouplus.org/workshops/CulturallyCompetent/viewCulturally Competent Approaches:
Mindfulness & CBT with Immigrant Populations
Tuesday, January 24, 2023, 6:30 PM EST
Presenter: Joan deSouza, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
Course Length: 3 Hours
This workshop Offers 3 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits
This new training introduces attendees to a unique program that uses evidence based mental health approaches for working with immigrants who experienced trauma, depression, anxiety and PTSD. Due to the challenges families face when trying to access mental health care during the pandemic and because of language/cultural barriers, this 10 week program was developed to meet their needs. Participants learn Psychological First Aid Approach used in crisis situations as well as the Cognitive Behavior Therapy Model and its uses in understanding this populations responses to trauma, (thoughts, feelings & Behavior after trauma). Learn healthy responses and strategies such as progressive muscle relaxation, breathing exercises, mindfulness, gratitude and behavioral activation.
(30 MINUTES)