Description:
This webinar will explore how culture may influence and impact the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) instructor’s expectations and interactions with others, and how cultural experiences can impact mood and behavior.
Presenters:
Jessica Henry, Ph.D., Vice President of Program Development and Evaluation for Black Mental Wellness, Corp., and Founder and CEO of Community Impact: Consultation & Psychological Services, received her B.S. from Howard University, M.A. from Columbia University, and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from The George Washington University. Also, she is currently the Clinical Director of a level-5 close security male prison. In essence, Dr. Henry is dedicated to reducing and eliminating barriers to receiving mental health treatment for African Americans and minorities and increasing access to mental health care for individuals and communities impacted by traumatic events.
Dana Cunningham, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and Faculty Consultant at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in the Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Cunningham is the Program Director of the Prince George’s School Mental Health Initiative, which is a school-based mental health program designed to support the emotional and behavioral needs of students in special education. Dr. Cunningham is also the Vice President of Community Outreach and Engagement in Black Mental Wellness. Dr. Cunningham obtained her bachelor’s degree from Spelman College and completed her doctoral training in Clinical Psychology at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. Dr. Cunningham’s clinical and research interests include trauma, children of incarcerated parents, and increasing access to care for underserved youth.
Learning Objectives:
• Identify the role of culture in shaping interactions with others
• Define concepts associated with culturally responsive care
• Identify opportunities to incorporate culturally responsive practices within MHFA
Who Should Attend?
Mental Health First Aid Instructors
Certificates of attendance will be available to viewers of 50% (30 minutes) or more of the live webinar (via email within 30 business days post-event). The webinar slide presentation and recording will be posted to the website.
This is a closed registration event.
