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Understanding Vicarious Resilience in Cultural Context

This presentation for counselors, therapists, and interested members of the community introduces the concept of vicarious resilience. In addition, it examines the social and cultural dimensions of working with those affected by trauma and their mental health providers. Intersections of diversity (class, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, ability) dimensions are explored in clinical practice to offer clinicians a cultural equity framework for practice.

About the presenter:
Pilar Hernández Ph.D., LMFT, LCPC, is associate professor and director of the Clinical and Community Counseling program at Johns Hopkins University, past president of the Maryland Association for Counseling and Development, and board member of the American Family Therapy Academy. Her research and consultation work in the U.S, México, and Colombia examines applications of systemic and contextually responsive models to clinical practice, clinical supervision, resilience, traumatic stress, and professional development. She is the author of numerous articles and book chapters, and she has a multicultural private practice in Maryland.

Event details

When: December 2, 7 p.m.

Where: Smith Hall, Albany Quadrangle

Cost: Free

Contact: For more information, contact the Center for Community Engagement, 503-768-6040