Responding To This Moment: Psychologists' Roles In Ethically Treating And Evaluating Latinx Immigrants And Their Families Presented By Martha Duffer-Ramos, Psy.D. Program Description: In this presentation we will explore the latest research on the impact of changing immigration policy, family separation, layers of trauma, and sociocultural forces of oppression including xenophobia and racism on the mental health of Latinx individuals and families. We will learn to locate the experience of Latinx clients within the broader framework of oppression and the racial power structure of the United States. Acknowledging the ways that this is further complicated by COVID-19 and the backlash of this racial moment, we will identify ways that Psychologists can effectively respond through therapeutic interventions or providing psychological evaluations for immigration proceedings. Specific culturally responsive and relevant research based treatment strategies will be identified and participants will learn to identify key context and data points to inform the selection and applications of tailored therapeutic responses. Often Psychologists will be contacted for help in evaluations for immigration proceedings. We will review current best practices in test selection, evaluation procedure, and report writing, taking into consideration ethical guidelines for forensic and culturally appropriate evaluation techniques, strategies, and approaches. We will discuss serving as an expert witness in immigration court and things to be aware of to honor ethical and moral obligations. Through this presentation, participants will be equipped with knowledge and skills to respond meaningfully, therapeutically, ethically, morally, and compassionately to Latinx clients seeking therapeutic and assessment services while impacted by immigration policy. Program Level: Intermediate CE Credits: 2 *Description has been shortened for store purposes. Please visit azpa.org for full descriptions.