Dr. Isha W. Metzger

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

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      There is a wide array of media available below, from suggestions on children’s books to award-winning podcasts, articles, documentaries, provider directories, and more educational materials. We hope that this page provides a central hub from which to locate meaningful resources that you can apply in your own life and within your community. Link to this page and visit again, there's more to come!

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      Resources for Parents, Caregivers, Researchers and Clinicians.

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    • Coping with the Stress of Racism (for Kids & Teens)

      This psychoeducation flyer is designed for clinicians to help discuss aspects of racial trauma with children and teens.

      Coping with the Stress of Racism (for Teens)

      This extended handout is specifically designed for clinicians to help discuss racial trauma in depth with teens.

      Racism Hurts (EMPOWER 2022 Psychoeducation Handout)

      This psychoeducation handout for clients, caregivers and clinicians provides citations on recovery from racial stress, the importance of self-care, and the medical and mental consequences of racial trauma.

      Racial Trauma (EMPOWER 2022 Psychoeducation Handout)

      This psychoeducation handout for caregivers and clients details the symptoms of racial trauma as well as coping and communication strategies.

      CONFIDENTIALITY (EMPOWER 2022 CLIENT HANDOUT)

      This flyer for caregivers and clients details some commonly held concerns and facts about mandatory reporting in clinical settings.

      Link to handouts for therapist, patient and caregivers

      FAST-T Caregiver Racial Socialization Handout
      Ideas for Parents and Caregivers Supporting Youth who Experience Racism

      This special handout includes three parts to assist parents and caregivers in helping children feel better about themselves after experiencing or witnessing racism.

      Client handout.

      Learning about YoU
      (CLIENT HANDOUT)

      This is available in two versions, the Client Handout and the Therapist Guide, designed for clinicians to engage youth and caregivers in discussions around racial identity and experiences with discrimination.

      Handout for clinicians to engage in conversations with youth and caregivers around identity and experiences with discrimination.

      Learning about You

      (Therapist Guide)

      This is available in two versions, the Client Handout and the Therapist Guide, designed for clinicians to engage youth and caregivers in discussions around racial identity and experiences with discrimination.

      Be an Ally Against Racism (EMPOWER 2022 Handout)

      This special handout includes specifics for community members on what allies can do, how to advocate effectively, and the medical and mental consequences of racial trauma.

      Substance Misuse (EMPOWER 2022 HANDOUT)

      This flyer details the effects and impact of substance misuse.

      HIV MYTHS & FACTS (EMPOWER 2022 PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL HANDOUT)

      This fact sheet designed for clinicians provides myth-busting details for HIV+ clients and their caregivers.

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