AOTA

This on camera conversation between occupational therapists and psychologists will explore current issues related to human trafficking.  The speakers, experts in their practice areas, will discuss timely issues and responsive innovations in prevention, health, mental health, social, and occupational justice for this population.  Their observations and insights will resonate with and inspire practitioners in the field. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Identify and reflect upon current issues and innovations that impact people who have experienced human trafficking. 

• Describe and apply prevention and intervention strategies that improve the safety and quality of life of human trafficking survivors. 

SPEAKERS

Paola Michelle Contreras, PsyD 
Associate Professor, Counseling and Behavioral Health Department 
William James College 
Associate Professor, Counseling and Behavioral Health Department 
Lead Researcher, Human Trafficking Community Research Hub 

Toni Thompson, DrOT, OTR/L, C/NDT
Senior Instructor, TherapyED, Evanston, IL 
Selah Freedom Anti-Trafficking Agency, Tampa Bay, FL 

Jami Flick, PhD, MS, OTR/L
Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
Director of Clinical Education
School of Occupational Therapy 
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences 

SPONSORED BY:

William James College: Issues and Innovations in Mental Health Lunch and Learn Series 

https://www.williamjames.edu/index.html    

Earn 1.00 contact hour.