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2025 Annual TAMFT Conference: Shaping the Future: Advancing Relationships Through Systemic Advocacy
This year’s conference is dedicated to grounding Texas MFTs and friends of the field in systemic theory and practice. Our workshops and keynote speakers will be intentionally curated to invigorate and challenge the unique minds of systemic thinkers.
This annual conference, coupled with the ongoing tradition of Day at the Dome, will allow TAMFT members to connect with local legislators and advocate for bills and policies that directly impact the mental health of families and the systems we serve.
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Effectively Engaging African Americans in Therapy
Friday February 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
DeZavala
Research suggests that rates of mental health issues among African Americans are similar to White Americans, but they are significantly less likely to utilize therapy. This presentation describes mental health treatment disparities among African Americans and the outcomes of our study that explored how therapists are engaging them in therapy.
Speakers
avatar for Vene Baggett

Vene Baggett

BSW Field Coordinator, Texas A&M University-Central Texas
I am a proud Our Lady of the Lake University graduate and from the BSW program at Texas A&M University-Central Texas. Prior to joining the department, I worked in K12 education as a Student Services and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Liaison. My safe spaces are in music and spending... Read More →
avatar for Felicia J. Holloway

Felicia J. Holloway

Assistant Professor, Texas A&M University Central Texas
Dr. Felicia J. Holloway is an Assistant Professor in the COAMFTE Accredited Marriage and Family Therapy Graduate Program at Texas A&M University-Central Texas. A Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist-Supervisor in Texas, Dr. Holloway also... Read More →
Friday February 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
DeZavala
  Diversity and Cultural Competency

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