Inclusion Academy, Culturally Responsive Care: Understanding Beliefs, Customs, and Traditions in Serving Latino/Hispanic Patient Populations

Culturally responsive mental health care begins with understanding the beliefs, values, and traditions that influence how Latino/Hispanic individuals and families view mental health and wellness. Factors such as family relationships, faith, language, and cultural norms can shape help-seeking behaviors, treatment engagement, and overall mental health outcomes.

This webinar will explore key cultural influences within Latino/Hispanic communities, common barriers to accessing mental health services, and practical strategies for providing culturally sensitive, patient-centered care. Participants will gain insights to help build trust, improve communication, and support better outcomes for Latino/Hispanic patients.

Learning Objectives Identify key cultural beliefs, values, and traditions commonly found within Latino/Hispanic communities that influence mental health perceptions. Explain how cultural factors such as family roles, religion/spirituality, language, and stigma impact help-seeking behaviors and mental health outcomes.

Recognize common barriers Latino/Hispanic patients may face when accessing mental health services, including systemic, cultural, and linguistic challenges. Register The following credits have been approved for this webinar session: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ – 1 Credit(s) PSNA – 1 Credit(s)