About the presentation: This presentation bridges research and practice to highlight culturally responsive approaches to psychological treatment with Latinx individuals. It draws on empirical findings and applies clinical strategies to examine cultural values, acculturation processes, and systemic stressors that affect mental health. Participants will learn ways to integrate cultural strengths with evidence-based models to create affirming, contextually grounded interventions rooted in cultural humility.

About the speaker: Brandy Piña-Watson, Ph.D., is a counseling psychologist and nationally recognized researcher whose scholarship focuses on Latinx mental health, identity development, and culturally responsive interventions. As an Associate Professor, she trains future psychologists in ethics, multicultural competence, and evidence-based practice, while maintaining an active clinical practice serving diverse adolescents and adults.