Overview

The "Introduction to Culturally Responsive Practice" webinar is a concise yet comprehensive training session designed to introduce participants to the fundamental principles and practices of culturally responsive psychology. This webinar serves as a foundational starting point for individuals seeking to enhance their cultural competence and effectiveness in working with diverse clients in the field of psychology.

Learning Outcomes

Over the course of the webinar, participants will engage in an interactive learning experience that covers essential concepts and skills related to culturally responsive practice. Through a combination of informative presentations, interactive discussions, and practical exercises, participants will gain a solid understanding of:

• The importance of cultural competence in psychology practice and its impact on client outcomes.
• Key concepts such as cultural diversity, intersectionality, and cultural humility, and their relevance to psychological assessment and intervention.
• Strategies for conducting culturally sensitive assessments, including techniques for gathering relevant cultural information and adapting assessment tools.
• Techniques for adapting therapeutic interventions to meet the cultural needs and preferences of diverse clients, promoting therapeutic rapport and engagement.
• Ethical considerations and challenges in culturally responsive practice, including issues of power dynamics, confidentiality, and informed consent within cross-cultural contexts.



Despite its condensed format, the webinar will provide ample opportunities for participants to ask questions, engage in discussions, and apply their learning to real-world scenarios. By the end of the session, participants will emerge with a foundational understanding of culturally responsive practice and practical strategies that they can begin implementing immediately in their professional work. This webinar serves as a springboard for further exploration and development in the critical area of cultural competence in psychology.

Presenter(s)

Anushka Phal

About the presenter(s)

Anushka is a passionate psychologist driving advocacy and change for minority communities across Australia. Anushka is the founder of Umeed Psychology, a psychology private practice and social enterprise which aims to provide accessible, culturally informed mental health care. In an effort to de-stigmatise mental health and create better access to mental health care in multicultural communities, Anushka has developed SafeSpace, mental health literacy and International Student programs.


Anushka is a passionate advocate for youth mental health having previously worked as a school psychologist and having published research in this area. As an Ambassador for the Australia & New Zealand Mental Health Association Anushka strives to make a global impact when it comes to mental health. Anushka is also the co-founder for The Shore Project Podcast, founding member of Guardians of The Pacific (a charity which aims to support Fiji through poverty alleviation, education and individual welfare) and a co-author for "Undefeated" a Professional Migrant Women project. Anushka was a Finalist for the 2023 & 2024 Saward Dawson Young Achievers Award for Social Impact & Community Service, the winner of 2023 Westfield Local Heroes Award and 2023 inductee to the Victorian Honour Roll of Women.

Website/s

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