The Elephant in the Room: Multicultural Transference and Countertransference in the Therapeutic Relationship Thursday, February 20th, 2025 6:00 – 8:00 PM ET (With CE’s)

The Elephant in the Room: Multicultural Transference and Countertransference in the Therapeutic Relationship

Tuesday, February 20th, 2025 

6:00 – 8:00 PM ET

Webinar Presenter

Shannae Anderson, Ph.D., is a clinical and forensic psychologist in Virginia and California. She has been practicing for over 30 years specializing in the treatment of trauma, addictions, personality disorders, and interpersonal neurobiology. She is the Director of Psychology and Co-director of Ethics and Advocacy for the American Association of Christian Counselors, the Clinical Director for Monarch Recovery and Kokua Wellness treatment programs in Southern California, an Adjunct Professor at Liberty University, and a sought-after speaker nationwide. She attended USC where she was mentored by trauma expert Dr. John Briere and later the founder of Interpersonal Neurobiology Dr. Dan Siegel. She is happily married to her husband Jim who used to play major league baseball. Her son proudly serves our country as a sergeant in the United States Army, and she is totally obsessed with her beautiful granddaughter who is two! 

Dr. Mark Crear is a two-time Olympic medalist and founder of In The Zone Coaching, Counseling, and Consulting. Drawing on his rich life experiences, Dr. Crear empowers others to overcome obstacles and achieve personal and professional success. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and over 15 years of experience, he specializes in multicultural competency, diversity and inclusion, and performance coaching. He also serves as the Executive Director of the Multi-Cultural Division of the American Association of Christian Counselors. A devoted Christian, husband, and father, Dr. Crear is committed to helping individuals thrive in all areas of life. 

Abstract 

In the practice of counseling and psychotherapy, countertransference is a common phenomenon where therapists unconsciously project their own feelings, biases, and emotional responses onto their clients. In multicultural settings, countertransference becomes more complex, as cultural values, biases, and assumptions can further influence these responses. This webinar will explore the dynamics of countertransference in a multicultural context, focusing on how therapists can recognize, understand, and manage their own cultural biases to enhance therapeutic effectiveness. Through case studies, interactive discussions, and practical strategies, participants will gain insights into fostering cultural competence and mitigating the potential impacts of countertransference in diverse client relationships. 

Learning Objectives 

By the end of this session, participants will be able to: 

• Identify and Define countertransference and understand how cultural factors can influence therapist-client interactions. 

• Analyze the potential challenges of countertransference when working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, focusing on common biases and assumptions. 

• Develop effective strategies for managing countertransference in a way that respects and acknowledges cultural differences, promoting more inclusive and effective therapeutic outcomes. 

Continuing Education 

Approved for 2.0 ASWB and 2.0 IBCC CE Credits 

The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) offers some psychologists, therapists, counselors, social workers, and play therapists Continuing Education (CE) credit due to good standing with certain states and a limited number of professional organizations. It remains the responsibility of each participant to be aware of state licensure and CE requirements. Participants should check their state and/or local regulations regarding required Continuing Education hours. For more information on Light University Continuing Education programs, please visit https://www.lightuniversity.com/continuing-education-statements/.  

*Webinars MUST be watched LIVE to receive CE Credit.