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Race, Power, and Privilege: Addressing Cross Cultural Dynamics
in Supervision

Enroll in the Online Self-Study course and complete it at your own pace.
1.5 CE hours available for behavioral health clinicians upon completion.

When cultural dynamics are ignored in supervision, harm isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable. Supervisors who overlook issues of race, power, and privilege may unintentionally perpetuate bias, erode trust, and limit their supervisees’ growth.

This course offers a path forward. With clarity, compassion, and evidence-based insight, it explores how supervisors can become more culturally attuned, ethically grounded, and supportive of meaningful development in diverse clinical settings.

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Dr. Ebony White—LPC, NCC, ACS, Assistant Clinical Professor at Drexel University, and nationally recognized advocate for social justice in counseling—leads this course. Drawing from years of cross-cultural supervision, trauma-informed care, and academic leadership, she guides participants through the complex terrain of power, privilege, and race in supervisory relationships.

Through case studies, reflection prompts, and practical guidance, Dr. White helps clinicians engage in uncomfortable but necessary conversations, equipping them with actionable tools to become more culturally responsive supervisors.

Course topics include defining power and privilege, understanding racial hierarchy in clinical settings, examining identity salience in the supervisory relationship, identifying cross-cultural errors, and enacting strategies for equity and inclusion. Real-world case studies illustrate how unexamined bias and positional power can disrupt supervision, and how supervisors can instead create space for safety, dialogue, and growth.

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Instructor

Dr. Ebony White, PhD, LPC, NCC, ACS, is an Assistant Clinical Professor and Program Director of the Master’s in Addiction Counseling program at Drexel University. A licensed counselor, advocate, and social justice leader, she directs the nonprofit Center for Mastering and Refining Children’s Unique Skills (MARCUS), supporting at-promise youth through counseling and mentoring. Dr. White provides multicultural and trauma-informed training for healthcare professionals, law enforcement, and educators both nationally and internationally. Her research and clinical work center on advocacy, systemic trauma, and the mental health of African American communities. Widely recognized for her leadership and mentorship, Dr. White is the President-Elect of Counselors for Social Justice and a frequent expert voice featured in major media outlets including The New York Times, Newsweek, and CBS News. 

Read more about Dr. Ebony hereand about the Center for MARCUS here

Key Takeaways:

  • Examine power dynamics: Understand how racial and cultural identity influence authority, vulnerability, and supervision outcomes.

  • Recognize supervision pitfalls: Identify common mistakes in cross-cultural supervisory relationships that can cause harm or hinder development.

  • Apply inclusive strategies: Learn concrete ways to support supervisees through cultural self-awareness, active listening, and advocacy.

Why this course?

  • Led by a leading expert: Dr. Ebony White brings unmatched credibility and real-world experience in multicultural supervision and mental health equity.

  • Focused on real challenges: The course addresses the actual issues supervisors encounter, offering practical solutions rooted in lived experience and research.

  • A mission-driven provider: Telehealth Certification Institute equips healthcare professionals with continuing education that is not only high-quality, but also socially responsible and future-focused.

Learning Objectives:

  • Examine power dynamics in the supervisory relationship.

  • Identify errors in cross-cultural supervision.

  • Describe strategies to address culture in supervision.

This 1.5 CE hour self-study course invites you to reflect deeply and act intentionally in your supervisory role. Join a learning experience that honors both clinical excellence and cultural humility—because how you show up as a supervisor matters.

Add this course to your cart to develop your skills, boost your confidence, and enhance your impact as a behavioral health professional.

This is a non-interactive self-study course. Instruction consists of 1.5 hours of video instruction and a post-test.

Enroll in the 1.5 CE Online Self-Study for $30

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Availability: From the time of registration, you have six months to access the coursework.

Who Should Attend: This course is intended for clinicians who provide behavioral health services.

Teaching Methods: This is a non-interactive, self-study course. Teaching methods for this course include recorded lectures, videos, a post-test, and a course evaluation.

How to attend: Directions for completing a course can be found by clicking here.

This program was recorded on February 11, 2022.

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