Beyond the Mask: Supporting High-Achieving Women of Color in Therapy

Presented by Jocelyn Joseph, LMHC

Shared from NY Mental Health Counselors Association

High-achieving women of color often present as successful, competent, and resilient, yet many struggle with underlying trauma, perfectionism, and the weight of societal and cultural expectations. Traditional therapy models may overlook the nuances of their experiences, leading to misattunement and ineffective interventions.

This workshop will provide clinicians with trauma-informed, culturally responsive strategies to better support high-functioning women of color in therapy. Participants will explore the intersection of identity, success, and mental health, learning how to create spaces where these clients feel truly seen, valued, and supported in their healing journey. 

Learning Objectives:

As a result of attending this course, learners will be able to:

• Identify the unique psychological stressors faced by high-achieving women of color, including cultural expectations, racialized trauma, and perfectionism. 

• Analyze the impact of perfectionism and high-functioning distress through a trauma-informed lens.

• Develop therapeutic strategies to help clients unlearn survival-based coping mechanisms and embrace radical openness, rest, and self-acceptance. 

• Explore clinician biases and countertransference when working with high-achieving clients of color, ensuring ethical and culturally competent care.. 

Continuing Education Credits

NYS LMHCs: 3.0 CE hours
NYS LMSWs & LCSWs: 3.0 CE hours
NYS LMFTs: 3.0 CE hours
NYS Licensed Psychologists: 3.0 CE contact hours
NYS CASAC, CPP, CPS: 3.0 CE hours
NBCC Credit: 3.0 CE hours

This event is hosted virtually using The NYMHCA Institute's learning management system.

Pricing

NYMHCA Members Discounted Registration: $60
Regular Registration: $75
NYMHCA Student Members Registration: Free