Virtual Training

1 CE Hour

“Implicit Bias in Mental Health Care”

Dr. Markatá (Kay) Echols, D.Min, LMFT, LPC-MHSP, NCC,CCMHC, CFRC

This interactive workshop explores the concept of implicit bias and the ways unconscious attitudes, beliefs, and stereotypes can influence perceptions, decision-making, and behaviors. Participants will examine how implicit bias may be displayed in everyday interactions and professional settings, while identifying factors that can contribute to unconscious assumptions. Through discussion, reflection, and practical strategies, participants will learn techniques to recognize and reduce the influence of implicit bias, promoting greater self-awareness, fairness, and more objective decision-making in both their personal and professional lives.

Objectives:

• Defining implicit bias and explain how unconscious attitudes and stereotypes can influence perceptions, decisions, and behaviors.
• Displays and impact of implicit bias and identify factors that may contribute to unconscious assumptions.
• Identify strategies to reduce the influence of implicit bias in everyday and professional settings.

About the Speaker(s)

Dr. Markatá (Kay) Echols, D.Min, LMFT, LPC-MHSP, NCC,CCMHC, CFRC

Received Doctor of Ministry from Amridge University with a focus on Family Therapy. A member of the American Association for Marriage and
Family Therapy (AAMFT) and the Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors Association (TLPCA). Serves as By-Laws chair for the TLPCA.
Staff therapist and neurofeedback clinician at the Refuge Center for Counseling in Franklin, TN, and Owner of Eastern Lighthouse Counseling,
LLC. in Nashville, TN.

TLPCA Contact

If you any questions, please contact Tozia Ware.