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Connections Between Oppressive Systems and Anxiety Disorders

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Connections Between Oppressive Systems and Anxiety Disorders

Friday, December 5, 2025

Via Zoom, 1.5CE, 9:00 – 10:30 AM by Tanisha Thelemaque, Ph.D.

Workshop Description

This interactive presentation explores how oppressive systems may influence the presentation and management of anxiety disorders. By understanding how these types of stressors can impact both clients and clinicians, it becomes easier to determine how to navigate through them in an anti-oppressive manner. Illustrative case examples and interactive discussion will bring this topic to life. Participants will receive practical skills and tools based on evidence-based scholarship in a supportive learning environment. This is an introductory guide appropriate for all levels of training and experience.

Tanisha Thelemaque, Ph.D. is a clinical health psychologist with over a decade of experience championing equity-focused initiatives. Currently, Dr. Thelemaque owns a Bay Area therapy practice and holds numerous roles in the community. She works with the National Center for PTSD as a contracted project and product manager, mobile applications UX tester, and content writer; she is the 2025 Past-Chair of the Division for Diversity and Social Justice within the California Psychological Association; and she guest lectures at Bay Area universities including Stanford University. Finally, Dr. T collaborates with individuals, organizations, and psychological associations as an equity and inclusion consultant. She helps develop psychologically safe, inclusive, and trauma- informed work environments.

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the difference between equity, equality, and justice.

2. Identify at least two (2) characteristics of white supremacy culture.

3. Identify at least two (2) antidotes for white supremacy culture.

4. Describe at least one (1) component of acceptance and commitment therapy that

may alleviate anxiety symptoms within the context of oppressive systems.

5. Describe at least one (1) advantage of using a values-based therapeutic stance with clients.

CPA is co-sponsoring with ACPA. The California Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CPA maintains responsibility for this program and its contents.

Important Notice: Those who attend the workshop will receive 1.5CE continuing education credits. Please note that APA CE rules require that we give credit only to those who attend the entire workshop. Those arriving more than 15 minutes after the start time or leaving before the workshop is completed will not receive CE credits. No refunds. Registration closes December 4, 2025.