Working with
The BIPOC Community
RS Academy Self-Paced Courses
Unpacking Racial Trauma: The Central Role of Liberation Psychology
Sharea Farmer, LCSW
This course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the impact of race-based stress and trauma on individuals and communities. The course explores the concept of race-based stress and trauma, its psychological and physical effects, and the role of Liberation Psychology in addressing and healing these experiences. Participants will gain insights into the principles of Liberation Psychology and its applications in healthcare, community settings, advocacy, and research.
The course consists of interactive lectures, case studies, group discussions, and practical exercises.
Course Objectives
Describe and explain Race-Based Stress and Trauma
Explore and explain the Intersection of Health and Social Justice
Introduce practical tools to understand, explain, and describe Liberation Psychology
Using DBT with BIPOC Clients
Sharea Farmer, LCSW
This course is designed to provide mental health professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively apply Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) when working with BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) clients. This course emphasizes the importance of cultural sensitivity and the adaptation of DBT techniques to meet the unique needs of BIPOC individuals.
Course Objectives
Understand the significance of cultural sensitivity in therapy and its impact on therapeutic outcomes with BIPOC clients.
Develop skills to establish a strong therapeutic alliance with BIPOC clients based on trust, respect, and cultural humility.
Recognize the specific challenges faced by BIPOC individuals and how these challenges may affect their mental health.
