Working with Asian American Clients in an Era of Anti-Asian Racism: Considerations for Therapists
Sun, May 15
|Zoom
Join BPA for our May event presentation! This month, Dr. Grace S. Kim will discuss Working with Asian American clients in an Era of Anti-Asian Racism and what therapist may consider in clinical practice. Participation is most welcomed in our Q&A segment following the presentation.
Time & Location
May 15, 2022, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Zoom
About the Event
Presenter's Bio: Dr. Grace S. Kim
Dr. Grace S. Kim is a Clinical Associate Professor in the department of Counseling Psychology & Applied Human Development at Boston University, Wheelock College of Education and Human Development. Dr. Kim was trained in clinical psychology, and researches Social Justice Education and Asian American Psychology. She explores how students understand the meanings of diversity, how to teach diversity and social justice effectively, how to train future professionals to be more culturally humble and responsive. She also focuses on resilience and the mental health of Asian Americans, centering their struggles for liberation, social agency, and solidarity with other marginalized groups.
Dr. Kim is the co-author of two forthcoming books, Unraveling Assumptions: A Primer for Understanding Oppression and Privilege, and Teaching Diversity Relationally: Engaging Emotions and Embracing Possibilities (Routledge, 2022). She is a fellow of American Psychological Association and Asian American Psychological Association.
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