4/25/2026
This three-hour workshop will provide a space for participants the opportunity to discuss current working definitions of affect, as well as identify strategies individuals use to determine the affect of speech acts. The presenter will pose thought questions for participants to reflect on how their lived experiences have an impact on understanding the affect of another person. It is the hope that this work will lead to a deeper understanding of decision making regarding the meaning of messages. A variety of intersections will come into play depending on who is in the audience. Intersections could include language, ability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, age, religion, biological sex, region, wealth, education, religion, etc. This session is open to all.
Instructor: Kathy Goodson
RID Professional Studies CEUs available: 0.3 PS
Location: Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness
2222 Laverna Ave.,
Los Angeles, CA 90041
There are currently 37 spots remaining out of 60
5/23/2026
Mental and behavioral health settings invite interpreters into some of the most complex, nuanced, and deeply human interactions we will encounter in our work. These spaces are shaped not only by language, but by emotion, identity, culture, and power. For many practitioners, the idea of entering this specialty can feel both compelling and uncertain. This two-hour introductory workshop is designed to gently and thoughtfully orient interpreters to the foundational skills needed to participate in mental health encounters at an entry level. Grounded in real-world practice, participants will explore three essential pillars: Language & Meaning, Self & Role, and Context & Systems.
Learning Objectives
1. Explore foundational discourse features in mental health settings, including affect, tone, and atypical language, to support accurate and meaning-based interpretation.
2. Examine the interpreter’s role in mental health contexts, including strategies for emotional regulation, boundary setting, and ethical decision-making.
3. Investigate key elements of mental health systems, cultural considerations, and trauma-informed care to better understand the broader context in which interpreting occurs.
Location: Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
2222 Laverna Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90041