
We Are Tired: Supporting the “Strong Black Woman” in a Therapeutic Relationship
Course Details
On-demand, self-paced, virtual, asynchronous, noninteractive
Pre-recorded lessons with “Check for Understanding” quizzes, reflection prompts, course evaluation, and posttest.
“We are Tired: Supporting the ‘Strong Black Woman’ in a Therapeutic Relationship,” ASWB Course ID 6212, is approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program to be offered by Shayla Élise Walker, LLC as an individual course. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE course approval period: 03/11/2025-03/11/2027.
Social workers completing this course receive 3.5 total credits including 2.5 social and cultural competence credits and 1 ethics continuing education credit.
$175.00
Black women are an integral part of American society and identifying as a Strong Black Woman (SBW) is oftentimes a source of cultural pride, strength, and resilience. Adopting the schema is considered a cultural ideal, protective factor, defense mechanism, and positive coping strategy; however, research has shown that internalizing the SBW schema can also lead to many detrimental mental and physical health outcomes. Therefore, this continuing education course equips clinicians with the skills and knowledge to effectively support Black women who embody the Strong Black Woman archetype. Participants will explore the cultural, historical, and social influences shaping this identity and the unique challenges it presents in therapeutic settings. The course emphasizes creating a safe, affirming space for clients to navigate vulnerability, self-care, and emotional authenticity, fostering deeper healing and empowerment.
Learning Objectives
Identify five characteristics associated with the Strong Black Woman (SBW) schema
Explore strategies to address the SBW schema within the therapeutic relationship
Summarize nuances of the Strong Black Woman paradox
Recognize ethical considerations when addressing the SBW schema within the therapeutic relationship
Meet Your Instructor
Shayla Walker, PhD, LCSW
Shayla is the Founder and Owner of Shayla Élise Walker, LLC, a licensed clinical social worker, academic, and workshop facilitator dedicated to empowering transformative healing through self-love and self-reflection.
As an advocate for inclusion and belonging, she creates spaces that foster self-discovery, resilience, and liberation while equipping professionals to address systemic inequities with care and intentionality.
Course FAQs
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Congratulations! Thank you for allowing SEW LLC to be part of your continuing education journey!
You should have received a confirmation email and access to the course. Upon registering for the course, you will have 30 days to complete all components of the course including but not limited to pre-recorded instructional videos, quizzes, and a final evaluation. Certificates of completion will be issued after completing the course. Partial credit is not provided.
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“We are Tired: Supporting the ‘Strong Black Woman’ in a Therapeutic Relationship” was created and recorded in January 2025. ACE course approval period: 03/11/2025-03/11/2027.
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SEW LLC prides itself for delivering unique courses unlike what you may typically experience. Our courses explore unique topics and provide nuanced perspectives, setting us apart from traditional continuing education courses.
“We are Tired: Supporting the ‘Strong Black Woman’ in a Therapeutic Relationship” is organized into three hour-long modules inclusive of pre-recorded lessons, “Check for Understanding” quizzes, a posttest, and course evaluation.
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Any social worker or mental health professional who is interested in learning more about the Strong Black Woman schema is highly encouraged to take this course!
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The content level identification is related to the content of the course, not to the target audience. If an experienced social worker is learning new material, for example, it would be appropriate for that social worker to participate in a beginner level course.
“We are Tired: Supporting the ‘Strong Black Woman’ in a Therapeutic Relationship” is a beginning level course meaning it introduces learners to a content area; includes information about a condition, treatment method, or issue; and involves learning and comprehending content.
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This course provides 3.5 continuing education (CE) credits (1 CE per hour it takes to complete the course). Therefore, it should take approximately 3.5 hours to complete the course in full.
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No. This course is developed to be on-demand, self-paced, asynchronous, and non-interactive. This means that participants can access the course at any time and start and stop the course as needed, but participants must complete all components of the course within 30 days of purchase to receive the certificate of completion. Partial credit is not provided.
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Upon registering for the course, participants will have 30 days to access and complete the course.
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Participants only have access to the course for 30 days so we highly encourage you to register for the course only when you have time to complete it.
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Upon registration participants will receive access to the course. Refunds are available within 5 days of purchase, provided that less than 10% of the course content has been accessed or completed. After this time or threshold, refunds will not be issued.
To request a refund, please contact our support team by emailing sewllc.ce@gmail.com. Be sure to include your full name, the course title, and the transaction ID. Refund requests will be reviewed within 3-5 business days, and eligible refunds will be processed within 7 business days of approval.
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SEW LLC is committed to ensuring our virtual, asynchronous continuing education courses are accessible to all learners. If you have questions or require additional accommodations, please contact us at sewllc.ce@gmail.com with your specific needs. We recommend submitting requests at least 7 days prior to enrollment to allow time for review.
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Courses are eligible for predetermined continuing education credits for licensed social workers. The participant must complete the entire course (watch all pre-recorded lessons and complete all activities and the course evaluation) and pass the posttest with a passing score of 80% or better. Partial credit is not provided.
Certificates of completion will be issued after completing the course and no later than the first week of the month following completion of the course.
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This course is Approved Continuing Education (ACE) by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB). ACE approval means that the provider’s program meets ACE standards and allows it to offer continuing education credit to social workers as an ACE provider or approved individual course. Approval is not endorsement of the quality or usefulness of certification programs a provider may offer to social workers.
The individual social worker’s jurisdiction’s social work board always has the final say about whether the continuing education courses will be approved. Therefore, please familiarize yourself with your licensing board’s continuing education rules before registering for this course. If you’re considering a particular CE program and have a question about whether your board will accept it, contact your board for clarification before you register for the course. Refunds will not be issued for social workers in jurisdictions that do not approve this course.
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To access the course, participants should have reliable access to the internet. If you experience technical issues preventing access to the course, please contact our support team at sewllc.ce@gmail.com. We will make every effort to resolve the issue or offer an alternative solution.
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We are so glad that you enjoyed this learning experience! To stay up to date with new courses you can register for our quarterly email at the bottom of this webpage. To request topic-specific courses, please submit your request to shaylawalker.com/contact.
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We are thrilled that you enjoyed the course! While we encourage participants to share what they learned with others, this continuing education course, including all content, materials, presentations, recordings, and associated resources, is the intellectual property of Shayla Élise Walker, LLC. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, or use of any portion of this course without prior written permission is strictly prohibited.
Participants may use the provided materials solely for personal educational purposes. Any commercial use, sharing, or adaptation outside the intended audience requires explicit authorization.
For licensing or permissions, please contact shaylawalker.com/contact.
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We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and professionalism in our continuing education courses. If you have a grievance, we take your concerns seriously and strive to address them fairly and promptly.
Grievances will be reviewed and resolved in collaboration with our advisory board to ensure impartiality and fairness. To file a grievance, please submit a detailed written statement, including your name, course title, and nature of the grievance, to sewllc.ce@gmail.com.
All grievances will be acknowledged within 5 business days of receipt, and we aim to provide a resolution within 30 business days.