It is well recognized that cultures differ in population groups—the military and veterans, LGBTQ, African-Americans, the disabled, street gangs, etc. These differences shape their mental health needs, presentations of disability, and responses to helping interventions. How do mental health clinicians, planners, and policymakers incorporate these insights into action that benefit individuals, families, communities and the society as a whole? A panel of experts in specific populations, who can broadly apply cultural perspectives, values, and meanings to maintain and regain mental health, will share their understanding and skills to enrich the capacities of practitioners active and interested in mental health.

Speakers

Natalie Cort, PhD, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, University of Rochester Medical Center; Consultant to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs’ Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depression Training Program; Clinical Psychology Department, MSPP

Sara Orozco, PhD, Counseling Psychology Program, MSPP; specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy with diverse client populations

Susan Powell, PhD, Counseling Psychology Program, MSPP; special interest in diversity and difference, counseling theory and clinical skill development

Moderator

David G. Satin, MD, DLFAPA, Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School; Chairman, Erich Lindemann Memorial Lecture Committee