Cultural Competence in Mental Health: Considerations, Barriers, and Best Practices
Course Description
This talk explores the role of cultural competence and cultural humility in delivering ethical and effective mental health care. Participants will examine the impact of cultural identity, implicit bias, and systemic barriers on access to and engagement in treatment, with attention to diverse populations and the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Evidence-informed strategies for providing culturally responsive care will be presented, with a focus on improving therapeutic alliance and treatment outcomes. Participants will also engage in self-reflection and group based discussion to support the application of culturally attuned practices in clinical settings.
Learning Objectives
CE Credits
None
Date & duration
Recorded: 4/21/2026
Registration date
51 minutes
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