Interpersonal Violence and Trauma Among Adults and Children in the D(d)eaf and Hard-of-Hearing Population
Special Thank you to Central Therapy NJ for making this webinar possible
Description
As providers, cultural competence remains a crucial part of our ethical obligation in treating clients. One population of minimal and research and consideration in multiple domains is the D(d)eaf and hard of hearing population in the mental health field, particularly in interpersonal violence and trauma. The consensus of current and past research and study results indicates that this population experiences victimization rates at roughly 2x higher than the hearing population, which includes domestic and sexual violence. Among the current research there is agreement in risk factors and barriers that increase vulnerability of this population such as limited access to quality education, language deprivation, lack of services and/or access to services, and socioeconomic barriers. This presentation explores current available research of interpersonal violence and trauma amongst D(d)eaf and hard of hearing adults and children including statistical results, risks, barriers, red flags, and types of interpersonal violence; cultural factors and general information regarding this population; and considerations for treatment of this population.
*As the instructor is deaf, close captioning will be enabled during this presentation.*
**This webinar counts toward the NJ psychologist CE requirement on domestic violence**
Learning Objectives
- Identify at least three red flags specific to the D(d)eaf and hard of hearing population and interpersonal violence.
- Identify the most current rate of violence against D(d)eaf and hard of hearing individuals compared to their hearing counterparts.
- Identify at least one treatment consideration when working with an individual of this population.
Instructor Bio
Alexandra is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and approved clinical supervisor. She graduated with a Masters in Clinical Social Work (MSW) from Rutgers University: School of Social Work. Alexandra has certifications in Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC); mini certificate in Complex Trauma; advanced training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT); and advanced training in perinatal mental health. She has worked in various clinical settings including: outpatient, evaluations, residential, schools, rehabilitation (justice system), and private practice.
While having worked with various age populations, needs, and backgrounds, she currently only works with adults, focusing more on those experiencing anxiety-related disorders, perinatal mental health, life transitions including college-related, and trauma.
Alexandra is bilingual in English and American Sign Language (ASL).
Ms. Dillon has no conflicts of interest for this webinar
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