This panel presentation examines why the Stages of Change matter in terms of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB). More than 40 years of academic research has shown that organizations often follow predictable stages on their DEIB journey, in sequence. When leaders and staff understand which stage they’re in, they can focus their energies and resources on activities more likely to ensure success and to continue fostering healing/growth. The conversation will highlight tools from Relational Life Therapy (RLT) that can be used to support relationships: The five losing strategies vs. the five winning strategies.
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Presentation Content (what viewers will learn):
For therapists and non-therapists alike, these events feature discussions on Relational Life Therapy as it intersects with topics of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
It is free to the public, if you attend live. A recording will be made available in exchange for a donation. |
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Deran Young is a licensed therapist specializing in racial trauma and legacy burdens. She is also a Co-Author of the New York Times Best Seller, You Are Your Best Thing, a retired military officer, & founder of Black Therapists Rock. Black Therapists Rock is a non profit organization with a network of over 30,000 mental health professionals committed to reducing the psychological impact of systemic oppression and intergenerational trauma. She obtained her social work degree from University of Texas, where she studied abroad in Ghana, West Africa for two semesters creating a high school counseling center for under-resourced students. Deran has visited over 37 different countries and her clinical experience spans across four different continents. Her passion for culture and people has led her to become a highly sought after diversity and inclusion consultant working with companies like BBERG, Facebook, Linked In, and YWCA. She resides in the Washington DC area with her 10 year old son.
Learn more about Deran’s work at https://blacktherapistsrock.com/ |
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Terry Real is an internationally recognized Family Therapist, Speaker and Author. Terry founded the Relational Life Institute (RLI), offering workshops for couples, individuals and parents around the country along with a professional training program for clinicians wanting to learn his RLT (Relational Life Therapy) methodology. A family therapist and teacher for more than twenty five years, Terry is the best-selling author of I Don’t Want to Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression, the straight-talking How Can I Get Through to You? Reconnecting Men and Women, The New Rules of Marriage: What You Need to Make Love Work, and most recently US: Getting Past You & Me to Build a More Loving Relationship. Terry knows how to lead couples on a step-by-step journey to greater intimacy — and greater personal fulfillment.
Learn more about Terry’s work at https://terryreal.com/ |
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Zina Rodriguez is a social worker, certified addiction professional and a certified diversity executive. She collaborates with organizations on the development of transformational DEIB strategies that align with their mission and values.
Zina has over 25 years of experience and has held senior leadership roles for national and global behavioral health care companies. She is a global speaker on topics related to culturally inclusive treatment, diversity, equity and inclusion in health care. She is passionate about co- creating inviting, intentional and inclusive healing spaces for individuals to achieve wellness while creating pathways for success for individuals from underrepresented communities. Zina serves as a Board Member for the National Association of Treatment Providers, Young People in Recovery, C4 Foundation and is the Chairperson for the Brain Love Foundation. She has also served as an adjunct professor at Rutgers University School of Social Work and holds a MSW from Fordham University and a BSW degree from Rutgers University. Learn more about Zina's work at https://zndconsulting.com/ |
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Shonté Jovan Taylor is a Neuroscientist, Success Trainer, Author & founder of the OptiMind Institute who is igniting minds and hearts around the world through coaching, training, & speaking. The mind and brain are the keys to our ultimate fulfillment, creativity, productivity, focus, happiness, success & humanity. The ability to get out of our comfort zones to pursue new adventures, professions, and entrepreneurial heights is 90% brain management and the rest is LEARNING new skills, taking ACTION, and being held ACCOUNTABLE.
Shonté has shared the stage with success expert Jack Canfield, transformed minds at TEDx, and is a part of the Forbes Coaching Council. Her 007 mission: To guide ambitious people to harness their brainpower to reach their full potential in life, profession and business. Learn more about Shonté's work at https://www.shontejtaylor.com/ |