Learning Objectives

1. Identify our own biases and the broader systemic structure that create barriers to open dialogue around oppression, racism, our own potential perpetuation of these systems. 2. Describe the concept of “location of self” and identify the rationale for why this is important between clinician and client.   3. Identify limitations of our field and frameworks, language, communication patterns that impede authentic professional interactions. 4. Name imbalances of power within the therapy space and how these can be reduced or exacerbated based on clinician awareness and intentionality. 5. Identify specific areas within your practice you can begin to decolonize today.

Challenge Power Imbalances

Developed by experienced social work professionals to equip you with strategies to combat oppression in your professional practice.

Become a Change Agent

Explore ways to shift oppressive systems and prioritize anti-oppressive approaches in mental health and therapeutic practices.

Honor Intersectionality

Gain awareness of the impact of racism, oppression, and colonialism in social work and counseling, and learn how to decolonize your practice effectively.

Course Curriculum

3 Chapters · 8 Lessons

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    Live Zoom Training

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      Live Training: Building an Anti-Oppressive Practice for Ethical Client Care

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    Objectives & Training Manual

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      Evolutionary Change Model and Location of Self

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Clinician Identity Exploration

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Macro System Implications

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      Ethics of Treating and Referring

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      Anti-Oppressive and Ethical Practice Considerations

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    Quiz, Evaluation, and Certificate

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      Building an Anti-Oppressive Practice for Ethical Client Care

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Evaluation of Building an Anti-Oppressive Practice Training

Meet Your Instructor, Rebecca

Rebecca is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington and Oregon and Clinical Supervisor who has been providing individualized and group instruction for over 10 years. She has over 20 years’ experience working towards social justice in community, medical, and mental health settings as a clinician, teacher, consultant, and leader. Rebecca’s work is rooted in social justice, stating often, “we all do better, when we all do better together.” Therefore, her trainings are about connection and community, supporting clinicians to learn about deep healing and alleviation of suffering, not just for their clients, but for their own lives - creating a world where people can flourish living their most authentic lives.

Course Information

Speaker Disclosures: No relevant financial or non-financial relationships Amount of CE Credit Offered: No current CE's. Pending ASWB approval for 4 Ce's.   Learning Method: Live online fully interactive training, attendees may ask and answer questions throughout the presentation and participate in instructor-led discussions. Posttest: Following the course, the participant will take a posttest. (This time is not included in the overall CE’s provided). A score of 70% correct is required to obtain a certificate. If you do not pass the posttest, it can be re-taken after reviewing the materials again.   Training Evaluation: Completion of the training evaluation is required to obtain a certificate. Content Level: Intermediate content Target Audience: Social Workers, Counselors, Psychologists, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Other Mental Health or Healthcare Professionals.  Especially for clinicians gaining independent licensure! Requesting Accessibility Accommodations: Please email [email protected] to request accessibility accommodations. System Requirements:Training will take place online, so you will need a device to access internet. Most recent version of Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge. Zoom access. Refund Policy: In general, refunds will not be provided. However, if you have any grievances, please contact us at [email protected].

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