The personal influences the professional. Reflective practice requires us to be mindful and actively cognizant of how we are influenced by our own age, gender, race/ethnicity, nationality and culture, and the social identities we have formed over the course of our lives. This course will explore how your use of self affects the therapeutic alliance, managing risk, your cultural humility, and emotional intelligence. It addresses the importance of self-care to mitigate burnout so you can bring your healthy, authentic self into the room with your client.

Upon completion of the webinar, participants will be able to:

• Define and explore the concepts of reflective practice and use of self.
• Explore reflective practice in risk assessment and management.
• Understand and value diversity of yourself and your client.
• Build one’s own emotional intelligence and insight.
• Incorporate self-care to manage burnout and vicarious trauma.