February 4, 2022
2pm-3:30pm EST
Register at: https://addressing-the-pain-of-racialized-trauma.eventbrite.com
Webinar PowerPoint: Click here.
Race-based events such as those witnessed in today’s sociopolitical climate have a negative psychological effect on Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities and leave them feeling wounded. These wounds, known as racialized trauma, occur as a result of repeated encounters with racism, prejudice, and discrimination, and lead to symptoms similar to those experienced with other forms of trauma and adversity. During this webinar, the presenters will describe the physical, emotional, and mental impact of racialized trauma among BIPOC individuals, and explore ways these individuals can heal from this trauma by focusing on empowerment, wellness, and physical health.
As a result of this webinar, you will be able to:
Define racialized trauma and its physical, emotional, and mental impacts.
Learn positive coping strategies to heal from racialized trauma.
Identify strategies to promote self and community empowerment.
Dr. Janeé Steele is a licensed professional counselor, counselor educator, and diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies. Dr. Steele is also the co-owner and clinical director of Kalamazoo Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, PLLC, where she provides therapy, supervision, and training in CBT. Her scholarly activity includes peer-reviewed articles focused in the areas of CBT, social justice advocacy, and counselor training. Her most recent article, published in the May 2020 issue of the International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling and Development, describes cognitive conceptualization and treatment planning using CBT and a proposed cognitive model of internalized racism.
Dr. Charmeka Newton is a fully licensed psychologist and in full time practice at Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services. She has over 10 years of experience in clinical, academic, and community settings, including teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate levels of higher education. Her areas of expertise include multicultural counseling, research methods, tests and measurement, career counseling, and clinical supervision of master’s-level counseling practitioners and students. In addition to her clinical and teaching expertise, Dr. Newton is also a member of the Michigan Board of Psychology, appointed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. She is a sought after psychology expert featured in prominent magazines and newscasts, recently featured on the June 2020 broadcast of West Michigan Woman, where she discussed how to have difficult conversations with your family about race.