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ABORIGINAL & TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER HEALTH & CULTURAL SAFETY TRAINING FOR PSYCHOLOGISTS
Building Culturally Safe and Accountable Practice
Cultural safety is now a core professional expectation in psychology. The Psychology Board of Australia’s new Code of Conduct (effective December 1st 2025) highlights the importance of practising in ways that are culturally safe, inclusive and guided by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This workplace training helps psychologists, psychology educators, supervisors and clinic leaders meet these expectations with confidence, understanding and respect, strengthening both professional competence and client care.
About the Training
This 3.5-hour professional development workshop was developed by Dr Justin Trounson, a proud Dharug man, Clinical Psychologist, Board Approved Supervisor, Director at Connected Minds Psychology, and Board Member at First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing. The workshop is delivered by a team of First Nations psychologists who bring extensive experience in clinical practice, training and community engagement. Together, they guide participants through a reflective and practical learning experience designed to embed cultural safety into everyday psychological practice.
This workshop will help your team:
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Meet the Code’s cultural safety expectations and professional competencies
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Reflect on bias, the impacts of colonisation and systemic inequity
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Practise in ways determined by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
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Build an inclusive, respectful and accountable workplace culture
Available in-person or online for psychology clinics, private practices, and allied-health organisations.
Workshop Content
Participants will explore:
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The meaning of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health as a holistic concept encompassing physical, emotional, social and cultural wellbeing.
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The principles of culturally safe practice, including recognising the impacts of colonisation and systemic racism.
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How to identify and address individual biases and assumptions within clinical and organisational contexts.
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Strategies for building culturally safe relationships and service environments guided by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, families and communities.
This training is essential professional development for psychologists, supervisors and clinic leaders seeking to strengthen their commitment to culturally responsive and safe care.
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Why Cultural Safety Matters
The new Code recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health as a holistic concept encompassing physical, emotional, social and cultural wellbeing. Cultural safety, as defined by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, requires psychologists to provide services that are respectful, inclusive and free from racism or prejudice.
Psychologists are expected to:
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Understand the ongoing impacts of colonisation, systemic racism and social inequity.
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Work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, families and communities.
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Deliver services that are holistic and guided by community-defined principles of safety and respect.
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Foster organisational cultures that uphold the rights and dignity of First Nations peoples and colleagues.
By meeting these standards, psychologists enhance the quality, integrity and effectiveness of psychological services for all clients.
Booking and Delivery Options
We offer flexible delivery to suit your organisation:
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In-person workshops at your clinic or organisation
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Online interactive training sessions
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Tailored PD packages for psychology teams and allied-health groups
📍 Available Australia-wide
For pricing, customisation or group bookings, contact us today.
