Militon Fuentes

Friday, November 6, 2009 6:30PM - 8:00PM

"Therapy with Latino Clients and Families"

MILTON FUENTES, PSY.D.

Dr. Milton Fuentes received his MA in Psychology with a concentration in Latino Mental Health from Montclair State University and his Psy.D in clinical psychology from the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology at Rutgers University. He completed a pre-doctoral fellowship in clinical and community psychology at Yale University and directed a one-year epidemiological study at Columbia University. He is currently the Associate Professor of Psychology at Montclair State University, Co-Director of the Latin American and Latino Studies program and a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and New York.

He also oversees the Clinical and Community Studies laboratory in the Psychology Department. He is one of the founding members of the Latino Psychological Association of New Jersey. Dr. Fuentes’ interests are in the areas of Latino and multicultural psychology, child psychology and family psychology. He serves as a consultant to several schools and community-based programs, including the Puerto Rican Family Institute.

While the United States is home to approximately 45 million Latinos, the research consistently indicates that they tend to underutilize mental health services. Numerous reports suggest that the health care system in the United States is ill-equipped to adequately address the mental health needs of Latinos, preventing Latinos from successfully engaging in treatment. These findings signify the importance of training in Latino mental health. This workshop will introduce participants to models for assessing and treating Latino clients and families. Issues related to immigration, acculturation, and multiple identities will be explored.

CE Credits: PBTA is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. PBTA maintains responsibility for this program and its content. PBTA is also an authorized provider for Continuing Education credits for Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Social Workers licensed in the state of Pennsylvania. CE credits are free for PBTA members ($25 for non-members). Number of CE Credits Offered: 1.5



Therapy with Latino Clients and Families
Friday, November 6, 2009 6:30PM - 8:00PM "Therapy with Latino Clients and Families" MILTON FUENTES, PSY.D. Dr. Milton Fuentes received his MA in Psychology with a concentration in Latino Mental Health from Montclair State University and his Psy.D in clinical psychology from the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology at Rutgers University. He completed a pre-doctoral fellowship in clinical and community psychology at Yale University and directed a one-year epidemiological study at Columbia University. He is currently the Associate Professor of Psychology at Montclair State University, Co-Director of the Latin American and Latino Studies program and a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and New York. He also oversees the Clinical and Community Studies laboratory in the Psychology Department. He is one of the founding members of the Latino Psychological Association of New Jersey. Dr. Fuentes’ interests are in the areas of Latino and multicultural psychology, child psychology and family psychology. He serves as a consultant to several schools and community-based programs, including the Puerto Rican Family Institute. While the United States is home to approximately 45 million Latinos, the research consistently indicates that they tend to underutilize mental health services. Numerous reports suggest that the health care system in the United States is ill-equipped to adequately address the mental health needs of Latinos, preventing Latinos from successfully engaging in treatment. These findings signify the importance of training in Latino mental health. This workshop will introduce participants to models for assessing and treating Latino clients and families. Issues related to immigration, acculturation, and multiple identities will be explored. CE Credits: PBTA is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. PBTA maintains responsibility for this program and its content. PBTA is also an authorized provider for Continuing Education credits for Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Social Workers licensed in the state of Pennsylvania. CE credits are free for PBTA members ($25 for non-members). Number of CE Credits Offered: 1.5
Location: Zedeck Auditorium Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 4190 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131	Admission: Free To All Please register for the event in ADVANCE by submitting your name HERE. *Join PBTA at the door or online.*
Educational Objectives: Based on the presentation, the participants will be able to: Describe the multidimensional, fluid and synergistic nature of Latino identity Describe the influence of context on Latino identity Discuss the differences between ethnicity, race, and nationality Describe how power, privilege, and oppression are fluid and will fluctuate depending on identity dimensions and contexts Describe the three major components of Falicov’s MECA model Discuss how to conduct an ethno-cultural interview Target Audience: Doctoral Level Psychologists and Other Mental Health Practitioners Level of Instruction: Introductory
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