Course curriculum

    1. How to use this course

    1. Course Description and Learning Objective

    2. About the Instructor

    3. Continuing Education (CE) Information

    4. Course FAQ

    5. Disclaimer and Course Requirements

    1. Prep Quiz-Using DBT with BIPOC Clients

    2. Slide Deck-Student Copy

    3. Webinar Replay

    4. Handout: Self Care Assessment

    5. Handout-Self Care Plan

    6. Practice a Body Scan with Sharea

    7. References

    1. Directions for Quiz and Certificate

    2. Quiz

    3. Evaluation

    4. Before you Go...

About this course

  • 17 lessons

Course Description

Radical Self-Care for BIPOC Mental Health Professionals

In the demanding field of mental health care, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) professionals face unique challenges that can impact their well-being. This comprehensive presentation is designed to address the critical need for radical self-care among BIPOC mental health professionals. Participants will explore strategies to nurture their mental, emotional, and physical health while acknowledging and navigating the systemic stressors they encounter. Through interactive discussions, practical exercises, and evidence-based techniques, this course empowers BIPOC professionals to prioritize their self-care, build resilience, and sustain their passion for helping others.

Learning Objectives

  1. Understanding Self-Care and Its Importance: Define radical self-care and understand its significance in the context of BIPOC mental health professionals. Recognize the unique stressors faced by BIPOC individuals in the mental health field.

  2. Identifying Systemic Stressors: Identify and analyze the systemic and institutional stressors that impact BIPOC mental health professionals. Explore strategies to address and mitigate these stressors in their professional and personal lives.

  3. Developing Personal Self-Care Plans: Create personalized self-care plans that incorporate culturally relevant practices. Learn to integrate these plans into daily routines to maintain overall well-being and prevent burnout.

  4. Building Resilience and Coping Strategies: Develop resilience-building techniques and coping strategies tailored to the experiences of BIPOC mental health professionals. Practice mindfulness, stress reduction, and emotional regulation exercises.

  5. Fostering Community and Support Networks: Understand the importance of community and support networks in sustaining self-care practices. Learn to cultivate and strengthen professional and personal support systems that promote collective healing and resilience.


Outline:

0:00-:15 mins: Introduction and Overview

0:15-0:45 mins: Understanding BIPOC 

 Challenges Faced by BIPOC Clients

Cultural Considerations 

Building Resilience 

Self-Care and Burnout Prevention 

0:45-1:00h: Conclusion: Pulling it all Together

1:00-1:10h: Questions and Answers

1:10-1:15h: Closing and Evaluation 

Lead Trainer

Executive Director Sharea Farmer, LCSW

Sharea Farmer is the Founder and Executive Director of RS Counseling & Wellness with over 20 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. Her expertise in both clinical and administration has allowed her to work in the private and public sectors as an advocate for employee wellness, Diversity & Inclusion, Race Equity, and Trauma-Informed Practices. Her unique practice that focuses on empowerment and education creates transformative wellness for her clients that range from executive leadership teams to supervisors to staff. RS Wellness has developed employee resilience plans and trauma-informed care programs for state and public health agencies, as well as educational groups, both locally and nationally. Sharea received a BA in Sociology from Rider University and a Master’s of Social Work from Rutgers. She is an adjunct professor at Rutgers where she’s been teaching since 2014. She is on the World Childhood Foundation Advisory Board for a two-year term from 2021-2023. On the board, she’ll have the chance to use the Equity & Inclusion lens to determine program eligibility for funding in the area of preventing sexual exploitation and abuse of children. Sharea lives in New Jersey with her husband. She enjoys all things basketball, live NBA games, traveling, coloring, and spending time with family and friends. Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the States of New Jersey #44SC05650200

Certificates will be awarded after completion of the full Webinar and course evaluation.

Radiant Sunshine, #1403, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Radiant Sunshine maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 2/28/23 to 2/28/2026  Social workers completing this course receive 3-clinical continuing education credits. 

Find out whether your state or province accepts ACE approval.

Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP):

Radiant Sunshine has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7371. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.

Select your state to find continuing education requirements.

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STATE BOARD INFORMATION

Refund Policy:   No refund will be given for the purchase of any course or webinar. 

 We accommodate persons with disabilities. Please email [email protected] for more information if disability accommodations are needed.

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