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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2025 · 43 MIN

IP0102 Social Justice in Psychology

from Intersectional Psychology · host Aurora Brown, Registered Counsellor

What is social justice in psychology, and what does social justice mean in the context of counselling practice? By understanding this, you can assess and support people holistically. Considering the social determinants of mental health leads to more accurate case conceptualisation, a stronger therapeutic alliance, and improved client outcomes. You can download a transcript of this episode on intersectionalpsychology.com. Are you a healthcare provider in need of CPD points? You might prefer to watch a different version of this episode here and then answer a short quiz to earn 2 Clinical CEUs, accredited by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Chapter timestamps 00:00:00-00:08:06 Welcome to social justice in psychology 00:08:07-00:15:02 Why psychology and social justice are BFFs 00:15:03-00:19:23 Barriers to advocacy 00:19:24-00:35:21 Practical advocacy 00:35:22-00:37:41 Challenges and risks 00:37:42-00:40:54 The call to action 00:40:55-00:43:44 End credits You can contribute to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund at https://www.pcrf.net/  References Abraham, M.S., Harrison, G., Peralta, S., Wells, J., & Hunter, B. (2022). Recommendations for Integrating a Social Justice Framework into Clinical Practice: A qualitative analysis with implications for psychology training programs. Journal for Social Action in Counseling & Psychology, 14(1), 17–36 [online]. Available at: https://doi.org/10.33043/JSACP.14.1.17-36  Andrews, E.E., Pilarski, C.R., Ayers, K., & Dunn, D.S. (2023) Advocacy: The seventh foundational principle and core competency of rehabilitation psychology. Rehabilitation Psychology, 68(2), 103-111 [online]. 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