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Diversity Spotlight: Sannisha K. Dale, PhD

Society of Clinical Psychology

Dale , a dual licensed clinical psychologist (MA/FL) and Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami. in Clinical Psychology at Boston University in 2014. Turner Early Career Award for Distinguished Contribution to Diversity Research in Clinical Psychology, the 2019 Melba J.

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Realm of the Dead - Using Art in Social Work Education and Practice

Michigan Social Work

Born and raised in Brazil, Pinto , a professor and associate dean for research and innovation at the University of Michigan School of Social Work , found a way through the visual and performing arts to confront a painful past, find peace and forgiveness. It allowed me to look inwardly and consider personal growth and explore my own identity."

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How Can You Support Your Staff During and After a Crisis?

Relias

Let team members know they can count on you as an engaged leader who understands their struggles. If you manage a team with diverse cultural backgrounds, they may have perspectives and life experiences you have not readily considered. The antidote for uncertainty is consistency. Reflect on your company mission and vision statements.

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Culturally Informed Therapy for Schizophrenia: A Review

Society of Clinical Psychology

Diversity is not an adjunct descriptor of the U.S. Thus, it is equity that holds the power to protect our nation’s people, as diversity without equity often breeds injustice. empathy) that lead to positive treatment outcomes for patients with schizophrenia. Such interventions seeking to thwart systemic inequities (e.g.,

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Uplifting Voices: Lifting Up The Voice of Those With Lived Experience in Mental Health Research

MQ Mental Health

Tanatswa Chikarua, founder of the Ndinewe Foundation, a mental health organisation in Zimbabwe, is currently pursuing an MPhil in Basic and Translational Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge. However, these engagements with Lived Experience Advisors as collaborators provide focus and value.

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Clinician and client political values in culturally-competent psychotherapy

Society of Clinical Psychology

Likewise, the therapist’s values can affect their understanding of and empathy for the client, and can influence for better or worse case conceptualization, diagnoses, and therapeutic choices. Develop evidence-based best practices for working with socio-politically diverse clients.

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Strong Social Work Personal Statement Examples

Social Work Haven

I was exposed to a diverse range of subjects, from sociology and psychology to policy analysis and research methods, all of which contributed to a deeper understanding of the intricacies of social issues. This innate sense of empathy, coupled with my unwavering commitment to social justice, has led me to pursue a career in social work.