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March 23rd to April 2nd, 2017
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Come to CubaFor almost sixty years, Cuba has been a beacon of hope for those who believe in the dreams of its political system while for others it has been the island that got lost in a mist of oppressions and injustices. Knowledge about Cuba has been shrouded in uncertainty, contradiction, fear and bewilderment. Facile comments about the future of Cuba simplify without understanding the complexities of Cuban political history while ignoring its natural beauty and the warmth of its people. All these factors come together in distinctive ways that we invite you to explore with us. This is an invitation to a journey of discoveries, an invitation to experiencing a unique combination of multifarious facets that no other country can offer at this point in history. Join us for a life-changing adventure that will allow us to witness a society in transition, to observe untainted natural splendor, and gain understanding about a small country that has had a large impact in the contemporary history of Latin America.
About the Program Leaders
Dr. Oliva M. Espín, PhD is Professor Emerita in the Department of Women’s Studies at San Diego State University and the California School of Professional Psychology of Alliant International University. A native of Cuba, she received her BA in Psychology from the University of Costa Rica and her PhD from the University of Florida, specializing in counseling and therapy with women from different cultures and in Latin American Studies. She has done post-doctoral work at Harvard University with a fellowship from the National Institute of Mental Health.
Among many professional awards, in 1991 Dr. Espin received the American Psychological Association Award for Distinguished Professional Contribution to Public Service; in 2001 she received the Distinguished Career Award from the Association for Women in Psychology, and in 2008 the Christine Ladd-Franklin Award from this Association for her many contributions to Feminist Psychology. Throughout her career she has done research, teaching and consultation and published many articles and books. Dr. Espín held the Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Gender Studies at the University of Klagenfurt, Austria in 2010 Dr. Jason Platt’s Curriculum Vitae abounds with international teaching, research, presentation, and publication honors. But perhaps the most poignant catalyst to his success as an Full Professor and Program Director of the Masters in International Counseling Psychology Program in Mexico City, Mexico can be traced to his own family history. Raised with seven adopted siblings from five different countries, Dr. Platt witnessed first-hand how exploitation, violence, sanitary and health issues, and other traumatic histories can shape individual and family development. As a result, he has devoted his career to research and educational efforts to better prepare clinicians to work with diverse, underserved and impoverished communities. In addition to his work in Latin America, Dr. Platt has facilitated educational immersion programs in El Salvador, India, Cambodia, and Vietnam, and lectures widely to academic peer groups. His most recent recognition comes from the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, the flagship journal of the Couple and Family Therapy community, which named Dr. Platt’s article on Critical Patriotism the "JMFT Best Article of the Year.” Dr. Platt’s presentation of a framework that clinical training programs can use to examine nationality and expand awareness of international issues and perspectives was chosen over other articles by some of the most recognizable names in the field. |
Sample Program Highlights
Program DetailsWho can apply: Graduate students in mental health training programs (e.g. Psychology, MFT, Counseling Psychology, Social Work) and practicing mental health providers who have graduated from an accredited mental health-training program. Students or graduates in other disciplines who are interested may contact the faculty to discuss options.
Cost: $3000, includes all accommodations, All breakfasts and some program meals, lectures, entrance fees to events and activities, and transportation for all program activities within Havana as well as including two nights to Viñales, Cuba (The cost of air travel is not included). A $300 non-refundable deposit is due January 5th, 2017. Full payment is due by February 1st, 2017. Visa and travel information will be provided. |
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