Healing Interpersonal and Racial Trauma
Full Training for Therapists, clinicians, and mental health professionals that specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Who want to provide better, culturally-informed care for their clients.
The Interpersonal and Racial Trauma Training contains interactive Lessons, online trainings, virtual guides and workbooks, plus countless other resources to help Therapists, Mental Health Specialists, Healthcare Workers, and Clinicians better serve black youth and their families, along with clients who have been impacted by racial trauma.
The goal for this training program is to build the skills, awareness, and confidence in recognizing and treating race-based traumatic stress symptoms while working towards a brighter, evolved healthcare industry.
Everything you need to Foster Positive Relationships with clients who've Experienced racial stress and trauma:
In-Depth, On-Demand Training Modules
Online Tools, Assessments, and Resources
Live Consultations, Workbooks, And Quizzes
As Therapists, Clinicians, & Mental Health Professionals, the ability to respond to the interpersonal and racial traumas our clients face is extremely important:
Many therapists experience having to rely on their clients to educate them on their lived trauma encounters
Many Professionals in this field find themselves unaware of the microaggressions that they unknowingly commit within the therapeutic space
Many mental health clinicians find themselves unable or unsure of how to discuss topics on race and racism with their clients
The truth is, Our current systems today do not consider interpersonal and racial traumas when assisting black youths, their families, and others who are affected.
Not only does this impact Mental Health Development, but these issues, if not properly addressed, may stem even deeper into disciplinary outcomes, academic outcomes and behavioral outcomes, just to name a few.
Trauma of any kind can impact how we think and feel on a daily basis. This can internalize into depression, anxiety, anger, or even self-harm.
That's why, in our ever-changing world, knowing how to confidently have an open discussion on topics of racism and racial trauma as cognitive/health professionals is not only crucial, but is highly in-demand and needed.
This training aims to solve this need and provide you as a professional with everything required to provide culturally appropriate, trauma-informed care.
Meet Your Host & Program Creator:
Dr. Isha Metzger
Dr. Isha Metzger is not only an accomplished, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, but is a first generation American from Atlanta, Georgia by way of Sierra Leone, West Africa. She is the Founder and Director of The EMPOWER Lab, Owner of Cultural Concepts, LLC, a Certified Therapist in Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), and the Mental Health expert for Salone Health, an organization dedicated to improving the health of Sierra Leoneans at home and abroad.
Dr. Metzger stands against anti-Black racism and oppression through "Engaging Minorities in Prevention, Outreach, Wellness, Education, & Research" through community-based participatory methods and advocacy. Both personally and professionally, Dr. Metzger is heavily invested in mentoring and training the next generation of community-based prevention scientists.
She has trained over 3,000 clinicians at nearly 100 organizations, and has received national and international awards for service delivery and training for Black youth and families engaged in mental health treatment for experiences with interpersonal and racial trauma.
Please consider the following questions and answer them honestly...
1. How confident are you in your ability to cover racial topics and stressors with your clients, and continue the conversation throughout the treatment (or multiple treatments)?
2. How strongly are you able to address unconscious biases without impacting client relationships or conversational rapport?
3. How would you navigate a discussion about racism with a client who does not believe in the systemic racism?
4. How effective is your ability to discuss racial traumas without having to rely on clients for further education on these topics?
5. Would you say that there are any barriers when it comes to effectively serving your clients in conversation of racial stresses, traumas, and personal impacts?
By the end Of This Training...
1. You will be able to identify how interpersonal and racial traumas/stressors impact clients
2. You will be able to make culturally-informed decisions on the assessments and treatments of Black youth, families and adults
3. You should feel a heightened belief and an increased self-efficacy in your ability to serve Black clients
4. You should see continuous improvements to your client relationships as you implement these skills and resources
Ultimately, our goal is to help you see improved client outcomes within your sessions, ranging from lthe ability to face racial trauma, decrease negative outcomes such as depression, anxiety, fear or anger, and lessen externalizing and behavioral problems that may stem from racial trauma.
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We've included countless resources to help professionals confidently address racial and interpersonal traumas and stressors in a Therapeutic setting
Full, 10-Module Training Course
Essential Readings, Including Peer-Reviewed Articles, on Racial Trauma Healing
Downloadable CARE Package for Racial Healing
Online resources and Digital Handouts for Further, self-paced learning
Validated Assessments to test your newfound knowledge and skills
Comprehensive Quizzes and Tests to assure and deepen your understanding
1-1 Consultation Calls
Complimentary Digital Newsletter Access
Public Health Messaging Posters and Signs included!
The Healing Interpersonal
And Racial Trauma Training Series:
Research and Practice Innovations in Integrating Racial Socialization into Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Black Youth and Families
This Two-Part, 10-Module Program is designed specifically for Therapists, Mental Health Professionals, and Clinicians to Improve Client Relationships and Outcomes through better, more Culturally-Appropriate Solutions.
Through the content provided in this video series, we aim to help professionals implement strategies and foundational teachings to help promote a system-wide change. Systematic change happens on the individual level. Through learning how to navigate Interpersonal and Racial Traumas, not only will you have the ability to provide better and more confident care, but you can play a role in supporting a change in the healthcare system.
Part One
Identifying Interpersonal Stressors Youth Face
Overview of Trauma's Impact and the Outcomes of Trauma
Understanding Racial Stress, Stressors, and Trauma
The Four Levels of Racism
Introduction to Microaggressions and the Types of Microaggressions
Racial Socialization and Socialization Messages
How Interpersonal and Racial Stress/Trauma Impact Black Youth
Research and Innovations on Culturally Sensitive Trauma Treatment
Research Methods and Implementation of Research Methods
Part Two
Evidence-Based Assessments
Psychoeducation on Racial Trauma and Socialization
Relaxation Methods for Interpersonal and Racial Trauma
Affect Identification and Understanding the Awareness of Internal Experiences and Emotion
Cognitive Restructuring within the Crucial Personal and Social Settings
Breakdown of Trauma Narratives
Racial Socialization continued with Racial Socialization Ideas
Enhancing Safety within the realms of these teachings
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STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Is This Training For?
This training is built specifically for therapists, clinicians, and mental health professionals who want to foster better relationships, conversations, and client experiences around the topics of race and racial trauma.
Can this information be found anywhere else?
Although there are resources available on interpersonal and racial trauma for free online, this program goes much deeper into the education and implementation of these key skills. Upon registration and joining, you will get access to a full library of video content, peer-reviewed articles, important and recommended readings, along with countless resources to be used in any therapeutic setting.
How Do I Access The Material Inside?
Once you join, you will be emailed login instructions to access your program. once you login, you'll see all trainings, all content, and all information inside. If you have trouble finding something or need extra help, we are here for you.
Why Was This Program Created?
After having trained over 3,000 clinicians at nearly 100 organizations around service delivery for Black youth and families, I have seen how important these topics are to mental health professionals and decided to create a resource that can be easily accessible and easy to implement.
Dr. Isha W. Metzger:
Education & Training
Yale University School of Public Health
2016-2017
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Center for Interdisciplinary Research on AIDS (CIRA)
Research Education Institute for Diverse Scholars (REIDS)
Medical University of South Carolina
2015-2017
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center
Department of Psychiatry
Treatment Development and Dissemination Track
University of South Carolina
2011-2015
Doctor of Philosophy
Clinical-Community Psychology (APA Accredited)
Department of Psychology
Medical University of South Carolina
2014-2015
Clinical Psychology Predoctoral Internship
Charleston Consortium Psychology
Predoctoral Internship Training Program
University of South Carolina
2009-2011
Masters of Arts
Clinical-Community Psychology (APA Accredited)
Department of Psychology
Georgia State University
2005-2008
Bachelor of Arts
Department of Psychology, Summa Cum Laude
Advanced Research Honors Degree
Dr. Isha W. Metzger:
Awards & Honors
- 2022 Article of the Year, 2021, “Healing Interpersonal and Racial Trauma: Integrating Racial Socialization into Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for African American Youth.” Child Maltreatment, The American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children and Sage Publishing
- 2021 40 Under 40 Influential Alumni Award, Georgia State University Alumni Association
- 2021 APA Outstanding Contribution to Trauma Psychology by an Early Career Psychologist,
APA Division 56- Trauma Psychology, American Psychological Association
- 2021 ABCT Francis C. Sumner Excellence Award in Recognition of Innovative Health Disparities Research, Award-Winning Teaching History, and Contributions to University and Professional Service,
Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies
- 2021 Research Award in Recognition of Creativity and Leadership on Research Studies that Contribute Meaningfully to Clinical Science, Clinical Psychology Program, University of Georgia
- 2020 Distinguished Scholar Distinction - Major Accomplishments in Securing Substantial Extramural Funding as a Principal Investigator, Owens Institute for Behavioral Research, University of Georgia
- 2020 Clinical Award for Outstanding Supervision, Clinical Psychology Program, University of Georgia
- Multi Recognized as “Faculty who had a Significant, Positive Impact on the Career Decision-Making Process of a Graduate”, Career Center, University of Georgia;
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
- 2019 Certificate in Diversity & Inclusion, University of Georgia, Office of Institutional Diversity
- 2019 Faculty Mentor of the Year, University of Georgia, Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Program
- 2019 A Common Call Regional Faculty Conference Grant, Faculty Commons, University of Georgia
- 2019 APA Journals Article Spring Spotlight, American Psychological Association
- 2018 Leadership Innovation in the Franklin Multicultural Curriculum, University of Georgia
- 2018 Teaching Award for Outstanding Instruction, Clinical Psychology Program, University of Georgia
- 2017 Early Career Fellow, Owens Institute of Behavioral Research, University of Georgia 2017 Mentored Fellow, Center for Translational and Prevention Science (P30DA027827), University of Georgia
- 2017 40 Under 40 Leaders in Health, National Minority Quality Forum
- 2016 Research Education Institute for Diverse Scholars (REIDS), Yale University
- 2016 APA Health Equity Ambassador, Health Disparities Initiative
- 2016 Community Engaged Scholars Program Inductee, Medical University of South Carolina
- 2015 APA Dissertation Research Grant, American Psychological Association
- 2013 State Doctoral Scholars Program Dissertation Grant, Southern Regional Education Board
- 2013 Nora and William Smith Endowed Fellowship, University of South Carolina
- 2013 Laura Griffin Graduate Research Grant, University of South Carolina
- 2013 Exemplary Award for Outstanding Service, University of South Carolina
- 2012 Graduate Student Research Award, University of South Carolina
- 2012 Preparing Future Faculty (PFF) Credential, Center for Teaching Excellence, University of South Carolina
- 2011 Gamecock Scholars Academic Scholarship, University of South Carolina
- 2010 Continuing Graduate Incentive Fellowship, University of South Carolina
- 2010 FORD Foundation Predoctoral Fellowship Program, Honorable Mention
- 2009 Graduate Incentive Fellowship, University of South Carolina