Session 6: Behavioral Health, Policy, and Social Change

Session 6: Behavioral Health, Policy, and Social Change

Learning Objectives:

● Identify the role of mental health professionals in policy-making.

● Examine behavioral health policies that perpetuate inequities.

● Learn advocacy strategies for influencing policy change.

ACA Ethical Integration: Addresses the responsibility of mental health professionals to advocate

for policies that promote social justice and reduce systemic barriers to care. It also encourages

counselors to use their expertise to influence policy and systemic change for the well-being of

clients and communities.