About this course

Learning Objectives

• Describe the concept of intersectionality
• Explain the model for integrating diversity into practice, accounting for intersectionality
• Apply the model to clinical work

Learning Levels

• Beginner
• Intermediate

Target Audience

Course Instructor(s)

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  Josefina Alvarez, PhD

  Professor Emerita in the Department of Psychology at Adler University/Chicago Campus

  Josefina Alvarez, PhD is Professor Emerita in the Department of Psychology at Adler University/Chicago Campus. Prior to retiring from full time teaching, she taught courses in multicultural psychology, community psychology, and the social determinants of mental health. She has held leadership positions related to diversity and inclusion and her research has focused on the development of culturally competent behavioral health interventions. She is the recipient of the Distinguished Contributions for Ethnic and Racial Diversity in Professional Psychology Education and Training Award from the National Council of Schools of Professional Psychology . Dr. Alvarez graduated from De Paul University with a degree in Clinical Community Psychology and has experience as a service provider, consultant and trainer. She is the Board President of Mental Health America of the North Shore where she coordinates education and advocacy to promote mental health in Chicago's northern suburbs.

Disclosure

References

• Crenshaw, K. (2018). On lntersectionality: The Essential Writings of Kimberle Crenshaw. New York: New Press.
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• Hardy, K.V. & Laszloffy, T. A. (2002). Couple therapy using a multicultural perspective. In A. S. Gurman, & N. S. Jacobson (Eds.). Clinical handbook of couple therapy (vol.3) (pp. 569-593). New York: Guilford Press.
• Hays, P.A. (2016). Addressing cultural complexities in practice: Assessment, diagnosis and therapy (3rd Edition). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
• Soto, A, Smith, T.B., Griner, D., Rodriguez, M.D. & Bernal. G. (2019). Cultural adaptations and therapist multicultural competence: Two meta-analytic reviews. Journal of Clinical Psychology 74, 1907-1923. wileyonlinelibrary.com/journal/jclp