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Stop Skipping Class! Examining Social Class Differences in the Therapeutic Relationship
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Virtual Workshop Description
This workshop explores the ways social class differences shape our society and influence the therapeutic relationship. We will examine the growing economic inequality in the United States, with particular attention to disparities within the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. The session will also address common biases held by psychologists and highlight the importance of delivering both culturally appropriate and culturally responsive care—especially when financial concerns are part of the clinical picture. Through a combination of didactic learning, guided discussion, and small-group breakout sessions, participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their own social class backgrounds and consider how these experiences inform their clinical work.
- Identify how social class disparities, including those specific to the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, influence access to mental health care and the therapeutic relationship.
- Recognize common class-based biases within clinical practice and describe strategies to mitigate their impact on client care.
- Apply principles of culturally appropriate and culturally responsive care when addressing financial stressors in therapy, informed by reflection on one’s own social class background.
Dr. Kipp Pietrantonio serves as the Chief of Psychology at University Hospitals and Clinics and as an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He earned his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Dakota and achieved board certification from the American Board of Professional Psychology in 2024. A dedicated advocate for equity in mental health care, Dr. Pietrantonio is a former Vice Chair of the APA Committee on Socioeconomic Status and was a primary author of the APA Professional Practice Guidelines for Low-Income and Economically Marginalized People (2019). In recognition of his leadership and contributions, he received the 2024 APA Committee on Socioeconomic Status Emerging Leader in Professional Psychology Award. He is also a founding member of the Psychology of Social Class Organization (POSCO) and currently serves as Chair of the Steering Committee working to establish a new APA Division focused on Economic Justice, Poverty, and Social Class Issues.
Early Registration (by 10/20/25): DPA Member - $85; Non-Member - $115; DPA Student/Intern/Postdoc Member - $30; Non-Member Student/Intern/Postdoc - $60
Delayed Registration (10/21/25 to 10/23/25): DPA Member - $105; Non-Member - $135; DPA Student/Intern/Postdoc Member - $50; Non-Member Student/Intern/Postdoc - $80
This VIRTUAL WORKSHOP will start promptly at the appointed time. You will receive an email with a link to the workshop after payment is submitted. If you do not see the email, please search your inbox and spam folder for an email from info@dpadallas.org. If you cannot find this email, please reach out to us at least 48 hours before the workshop so that we have adequate time to provide assistance. On the day of the event, please login a few minutes prior to the start of the workshop to ensure your technology is working as expected.
Psychologists, LPAs, and LSSPs: This activity qualifies for 3.0 hours of professional development in diversity. Dallas Psychological Association, Inc. (DPA) maintains responsibility for the program and its content as per TSBEP rule 461.11(c)(2)(A). Counselors: This activity consists of 3.0 clock hours of continuing education in diversity. DPA activities meet the continuing education requirements as outlined in Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors rule 681.142. Social Workers: This activity consists of 3.0 clock hours of continuing education in diversity. DPA activities meet the continuing education requirements as outlined in Texas State Board of Examiners of Social Workers rules 781.509 and 781.511(a)-(c). Marriage and Family Therapists: This activity consists of 3.0 clock hours of continuing education in diversity. DPA activities meet the continuing education requirements as outlined in Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists rule 801.264. For all license categories, full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance. Prior to receiving an attendance certificate, an evaluation must be completed. Please retain the certificate of completion and use as proof of completion when required.
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Dallas Psychological Association
Registration Info
Registration is required before Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Payment In Full In Advance Only
Registration cancellations will be accepted until Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Cancellation Policy:
For workshop registrations, cancellations received at least three business days before the event are fully refundable. There is no refund for cancellations received later. Please note that if you register and do not attend and do not cancel with required notice, you are liable for full payment.
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