Advocacy in Action: How Psychologists Integrate Advocacy Into Various Roles

Psychologists have the unique honor and privilege to advocate for individuals in various ways. This webinar will review the definition of social justice within the field of psychology and how psychologists are equipped to combat social injustice at the systemic, institutional, interpersonal, and intrapersonal levels. Specifically, attendees will learn and discuss forms of advocacy within the practice of therapy, psychological assessment, supervision, teaching, and consulting, in order to illustrate how such skills can be transferred to their particular area of focus.

• Define social justice and the specific guidelines and competencies that inform psychologists as advocates.
• Review specific skills for advocating at the systemic, institutional, interpersonal, and intrapersonal levels.
• Apply advocacy competencies to particular areas of practice (i.e., therapy, assessment, supervision, teaching, and consulting).

Shalena Heard, PhD