Overview of Social Class and Classism for Mental Health Professionals

Overview of Social Class and Classism for Mental Health Professionals: a free, 1-hour online LIVE program. 

The program content description:

Understanding social class is required by all mental Health professionals, embedded in all the code of ethics for multicultural competency(ATBC, NSW, APA, ACA). However, due to the lack of definition on social class and classism, as well as the American culture resistance to social class concept, counselors and therapists may not receive the specific training on social class and classism in their course of education. The lack of awareness on classism, much like color-blindness, may perpetuate harm and make therapeutic relationships ineffective. In this brief one hour overview of social class and classism, participants will learn the effects of social class and classism in the macro environment and in micro therapeutic encounters. Research, case studies, and clinical implications of social class and classism will be reviewed. Specific actionable steps for mental health professionals relevant to culture competency pertinent to classism awareness is the main goal of this brief presentation. 

Learning objectives

1. Participants will be able to identify at least 3 aspects of social class and classism in larger environmental, macro and micro, as well as clinical situations. 

2. Participant will learn at least 3 examples of internalized classism pertinent to Perception, Experiences, and Acts of classism and their impacts. 

3. Participants will learn at least 3 specific aspects of social class behaviors in clinical settings and the appropriate therapeutic actions to facilitate in treatment. 

To register, fill out the Registration Form. You will get a zoom link in the PDF ticket emailed to you. 

Time and Place: online 5/12/2021 6pm CST 

Fee: This free program is a one-time offer. 

Presenter 

Shan Ru Lin, ATR-BC, ATCS, LCPC 

Bio:

Shan Ru Lin is a Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) a Certified Art Therapy Supervisor (ATCS), and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Chicago, Illinois. She has a long history working with victims of marginalization and those most impacted by the lack of social justice. She is a graduate of the Drexel University Creative Arts in Therapy Master's program. She has worked with adults and children with a history of trauma in community, medical, and educational settings. Shan currently works as an art therapist, field supervisor, educator, and an off-site ATR supervisor in private practice. Shan is a recognized topic expert by the United States Department of Labor, she currently serves on the exam and credentialing committee for the Art Therapy Credentials Board.