Doing Psychology Critically and Inclusively

Grace S. Kim, Ph.D.
Clinical Professor, Counseling Psychology
Department of Counseling Psychology & Applied Human Development
Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development

In a turbulent, politically polarized, and quickly changing world, current and future psychologists face important and difficult questions: What is the role of psychology in contributing to the well-being of all people? How do we use knowledge gained from psychological science to reduce and dismantle systems of oppression? How do we make psychology more inclusive and beneficial to diverse populations?

Drawing from critical psychology (Prilleltensky & Nelson, 2002), this keynote address will encourage us to reflect on how psychologists can approach teaching, research, and practice more critically and inclusively by addressing issues of power and centering marginalized voices. Research on Asian American experiences will illustrate ways to expand methodology and practice toward this goal.