Healing and Resilience for QTBIPOC Communities
Information
Recorded
-
-
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
-
Identify one aspect of their identity that influences their therapeutic approach when working with QTBIPOC clients.
-
Critically examine and deconstruct colonial systems within mental health practices.
-
Describe two or more strategies to help QTBIPOC clients navigate and overcome systemic challenges.
Educational Goal
The educational goal of this workshop is to increase capacity and confidence in working with QTBIPOC communities.
Description
This workshop addresses the complexities of Healing and Resilience for QTBIPOC communities. It is designed for mental health practitioners to deepen our awareness of self, increase our knowledge and understanding of these communities, and provide tangible skills essential for working with communities of color. Through an emphasis on decolonial frameworks and resilience-building strategies, attendees will gain insights into the unique needs of QTBIPOC clients, enhancing their ability to provide culturally responsive care and foster meaningful healing experiences. Participants will learn to create more inclusive and empowering therapeutic environments and help clients foster resilience and empowerment within their communities.
Target Audience
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Social Worker
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Andres Larios Brown, M.S., LMFT (They/Elle) is a Queer & Non-Binary mescla bella (beautiful mix) of a father who immigrated from Guatemala and a mother of Western European descent. First and foremost, they are a healer, as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Currently, they are AVP of Clinical Services at Encircle, a non-profit that provides mental health services for LGBTQIA+ youth, people, and families here in Utah.Throughout their career, they have focused on better understanding queer identity development among collectivist and community-focused cultures, as well as healing acute, systemic, and intergenerational trauma for QTBIPOC people. They have been trained in a variety of healing modalities, including EMDR, Psychedelic assisted therapy for PTSD, Curandismo, and Radical Healing for QTBIPOC communities. They believe that we are truly whole when in connection and community. Through teaching, training, education, and advocacy, they seek to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice.
Financially Sponsored By
- Utah Mental Health Counselors Association