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Webinar: Mental health services for Hispanics and Latinos: Mental health risk and protective factors in Hispanic and Latino populations

Description:

This training curriculum will further develop the skills of mental health providers working with Hispanic and Latino populations, thus reducing disparities in services and improving outcomes. Participants will also learn about promoting a strength-based approach to treatment, and using the Cultural Formulation Interview as part of an assessment when working with these populations.

Learning Objectives: 

  • Demonstrate the consideration and incorporation of cultural values when treating Hispanics and Latinos with mental health disorders and other mental health issues
  • Distinguish culture-related symptoms and behaviors when diagnosing Hispanic and Latino clients
  • Identify and address mental health risk and protective factors in Hispanic and Latino communities
  • Effectively incorporate strategies to effectively engage and treat Hispanic and Latino clients, including the Cultural Formulation Interview
Date and Time: 
September 16, 2020 - 11:00am to March 28, 2024 - 10:03pm
Location: 
Webinar