In-Person Training (Martin)

3 CE Hours

“Approaching Suicide Prevention & Treatment from A Culturally-Informed Perspective”

Alvin Bonds, LPC-MHSP, LMFT

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Suicide prevention and treatment require a nuanced approach that acknowledges the diverse cultural backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences of individuals at risk. This continuing education training explores the intersection of culture and mental health, equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills to approach suicide prevention and intervention through a culturally responsive lens. Participants will gain insights into the ways cultural identity, historical trauma, religious beliefs, stigma, and/or systemic barriers influence help-seeking behaviors and suicide risk factors. The training will provide practical strategies for building trust, fostering culturally sensitive communication, and tailoring interventions to meet the needs of diverse populations. This training is designed for mental health professionals, social workers, healthcare providers, educators, and crisis responders committed to fostering inclusive and effective suicide prevention and treatment strategies.

Objectives:

• Identify cultural factors that impact suicide risk and resilience.
• Recognize risk and protective factors among various ethnic and racial groups
• Integrate culturally informed screening, assessment, and intervention techniques when working with diverse populations
• Apply ethical and trauma-informed considerations when evaluation and treating suicidality when working with diverse populations

About the Speaker(s)

Alvin Bonds, LPC-MHSP, LMFT

Alvin Bonds, II is dually licensed in Tennessee as a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider designation (LPC/MHSP) with Approved Supervisor (AS) endorsement. Alvin has also obtained his Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) credential, is a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S), as well as an AAMFT Approved Supervisor. Alvin currently owns a group private practice in Jackson, TN, where he provides clinical oversight to other clinicians, as well as individually seeing children, men, women, couples, and families with various presenting issues. Alvin is a doctoral candidate for a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Capella University. Alvin is committed to the advancement of counselor education and supervision and, through his practice, offers continuing education opportunities for mental health professionals, having earned Approved Provider status through the Association for Play Therapy (APT) and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC).

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