REGISTRATION - Free Informational session on clinical work with clients from Afghanistan

The Intercultural Counseling Connection, with the Center for Global Migration and Immigrant Health, Maryland Department of Health, invites you to a free informational session on clinical work with clients from Afghanistan.
 
Friday, June 24, 2022, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Live Conference via Zoom
Description:
Maryland is one of the chief receiving states for recent arrivals from Afghanistan. This presentation will include:
·        An overview of Afghan arrivals, resettlement and service access issues here in the state;
 
·        Key cultural, ethnic, and linguistic considerations important in service provision;
 
·        Pre-arrival context and factors affecting mental health and well-being; and
 
·        Discussion of approaches that can support informed therapeutic work with Afghan clients.
 
Presenters:
Dr. Wais Aria (Founder, TABISH Afghanistan; Consultant, USCRI; Child Protection Specialist, Heartland Alliance)
Heather Kathrens, LCSW-C (Former Refugee Mental Health Program Coordinator, Center for Global Migration and Immigrant Health, Maryland Department of Health)
 
NOTE: Clinicians currently working with clients from Afghanistan are invited to share questions and observations. If desired, specific questions can be emailed in advance of the Zoom meeting to arackowski.connection@gmail.com .
 

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* 1. Your first name

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* 2. Your last name

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* 3. Your email address:

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* 4. Please confirm email address:

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* 5. Your licensure and degree information

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* 6. Please indicate your agency/organization/clinical practice affiliation(s)

A Zoom link will be sent to registrees a few days prior to the session date.

Thank you for your interest in the Intercultural Counseling Connection network. For further information, please visit our website at www.interculturalcounseling.org

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