Multi-Cultural Issues In Mental Health Counseling
Examing the Current State of the Profession
Multi-Cultural Issues in Mental Health Counseling
November 18, 2013
Examing the Current State of the Profession
“Multicultural counseling/therapy means understanding the worldviews and life experiences of diverse groups in our nation” (Sue, 2013, p.89). Understanding people’s attitudes and past experiences shape who they are as individuals. The true beauty of our society is the ability to encounter all walks of life and learn from each other, rather than fear one another. Counselors see firsthand culturally diverse clients and must take into consideration their beliefs and attitudes and give the most effective care.
Significant Historical Changes that Influenced Cultural …show more content…
The concept of one approach for all clients has been drastically challenged. Marginalized members of society are skeptical of formalized processes of therapy. Because of cultural differences therapist must use different approaches to yield positive results, “talk-therapy” and self-disclosure are not always conducive to different minority groups. Traditional therapy settings have also been reevaluated while treating the culturally diverse. Counselors have left the comfort of their office of couches and flush chairs to reach the diverse in more comfortable setting such as their homes and …show more content…
An unfavorable opinion, attitude, or feeling made about something or someone before having enough information to make an accurate judgment (“Merriam-Webster”, 2013). Therapists are encouraged to evaluate their own personal prejudices and biases and work through them, opposed to ignoring them as if they do not exist
Privilege
Privilege is a right or benefit that is given to some people and not to others, a special advantage. The ideology of white supremacy in society causes disscrimatory practices. Sue believes, as long as “white America” decides what is normal and abnormal in society a hierarchy among the group will exist (2013).
Contemporary Issues
Implications of a Diverse Society The future effects of a more diverse society would be a multidimensional culture. All members of society would feel a sense of inclusivism. Every member of society could be proud of their culture and heritage and not feel ostracized by the majority, groups could welcome differences and embrace change. With diversity come new experiences and new opportunities to learn from one
Multi-Cultural Issues in Mental Health Counseling
November 18, 2013
Examing the Current State of the Profession
“Multicultural counseling/therapy means understanding the worldviews and life experiences of diverse groups in our nation” (Sue, 2013, p.89). Understanding people’s attitudes and past experiences shape who they are as individuals. The true beauty of our society is the ability to encounter all walks of life and learn from each other, rather than fear one another. Counselors see firsthand culturally diverse clients and must take into consideration their beliefs and attitudes and give the most effective care.
Significant Historical Changes that Influenced Cultural …show more content…
The concept of one approach for all clients has been drastically challenged. Marginalized members of society are skeptical of formalized processes of therapy. Because of cultural differences therapist must use different approaches to yield positive results, “talk-therapy” and self-disclosure are not always conducive to different minority groups. Traditional therapy settings have also been reevaluated while treating the culturally diverse. Counselors have left the comfort of their office of couches and flush chairs to reach the diverse in more comfortable setting such as their homes and …show more content…
An unfavorable opinion, attitude, or feeling made about something or someone before having enough information to make an accurate judgment (“Merriam-Webster”, 2013). Therapists are encouraged to evaluate their own personal prejudices and biases and work through them, opposed to ignoring them as if they do not exist
Privilege
Privilege is a right or benefit that is given to some people and not to others, a special advantage. The ideology of white supremacy in society causes disscrimatory practices. Sue believes, as long as “white America” decides what is normal and abnormal in society a hierarchy among the group will exist (2013).
Contemporary Issues
Implications of a Diverse Society The future effects of a more diverse society would be a multidimensional culture. All members of society would feel a sense of inclusivism. Every member of society could be proud of their culture and heritage and not feel ostracized by the majority, groups could welcome differences and embrace change. With diversity come new experiences and new opportunities to learn from one