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Continuing Education (CE) Credit Information for Guatemala

Great Minds Abroad in Guatemala- Diane Gilman, PsyD and Hannah Sklar, LMSW

This program offers eight (8) Continuing Education (CE) credit hours for psychologists licensed in the US and Canada, as well as for licensed professional counselors and social workers in the state of Maryland or whose licensing boards accept American Psychological Association (APA) accreditation. For psychiatrists, mental health providers who are licensed in countries outside of the US, or other licensed professionals, please check to make sure your licensing board accepts APA accreditation. These CE credits will also qualify as diversity or cultural requirements if needed for your licensure.


Learning Objectives: 


  1. Describe how eurocentrism influences psychology 
  2. Analyze and challenge culturally biased beliefs in mental health
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of mental health statistics in Guatemala
  4. Describe barriers to mental health care in Guatemala
  5. Compare mental health access in the United States and Guatemala
  6. Describe various Mayan ceremonies for mental and physical health and well-being
  7. Demonstrate knowledge and cultural sensitivities on how to adapt learnings into work with clients at home, especially with clients of Guatemalan or Mayan backgrounds
  8. Discuss the impact of colonialism and repatriation on mental health in the indigenous populations of Guatemala


Diane Gilman, PsyD is a licensed psychologist based in Bethesda, MD and the owner of Great Minds Abroad. She specializes in chronic pain and illness, as well as mind-body techniques for stress and anxiety. Diane holds a Master of Science degree in General Psychology from Villanova University, as well as a Master of Science degree and Doctor of Psychology degree in Clinical Psychology from The American School of Professional Psychology. She is also certified as a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider (CMHIMP). 


Hannah Sklar, LMSW is a licensed social worker currently working in Guatemala City, Guatemala. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work with a minor in Spanish, and a Master's in Social Work from Columbia University with a focus on Social Enterprise Administration and International Welfare and Policy. Hannah currently serves as the Executive Director of Creamos, an NGO helping to provide psychological services, education, and workforce preparation for local Guatemalan women. Creamos has an initiative aimed to address the prevalent issue of gender-based violence in the community surrounding the Guatemala City garbage dump. 


  • This program is appropriate for beginning practitioners and no prerequisites are required.
  • This program is co-sponsored by The Maryland Psychological Association Foundation (MPA) and Great Minds Abroad. The Maryland Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. The Maryland Psychological Association maintains responsibility for the program and its content.  
  • MPA and Great Minds Abroad strive to ensure that no potential participant with a disability is excluded, denied services, segregated or otherwise treated differently from other individuals attending any MPA sponsored CE workshop. If you require special accommodations in order to fully participate in this program please contact Great Minds Abroad at the time of booking to discuss your needs.  
  • There are no conflicts of interest or commercial support for this program.
  • A copy of the grievance policy is available upon request.

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