“Feminism is Intersectional”: Interview with Evan Imber-Black, PhD on Feminism and Marriage and Family Therapy

ABSTRACT

Evan Imber-Black, Ph.D. is a prominent figure and has made major contributions in the field of family therapy since the 1980s. Currently, she serves as a Professor and the Program Director of the MFT Program at Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, New York. Dr. Imber-Black is internationally recognized for her scholarly commitment to systemic research and therapy. She served as editor-in-chief of Family Process and has authored many original papers and books that have influenced models of practice, including family rituals and family secrets. Dr. Imber-Black’s career demonstrates the power of leadership in family therapy, and that within this field one can succeed and impact families through all sectors of systemic therapy: clinical practice, research, teaching, and mentorship. This interview explored the history of a powerful woman who rose to the ranks of a boy’s club in the MFT field and discusses the gender and racial/ethnic disparities within the field today. She shared her perspective of intersectionality in contemporary feminist family therapy practice and education.

KEYWORDS:

• Family therapy
• feminist
• intersectionality
• MFT training

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