Multicultural Issues in Counseling New Approach to Diversity

Multicultural Issues in Counseling: New Approach to Diversity By Courtland C. Lee
2013 | 352 Pages | ISBN: 1556203136 | PDF | 4 MB
This widely adopted, seminal text builds on the strengths of previous editions and offers sound direction from leading experts for multicultural practice with diverse client groups in a variety of settings. Fully updated and inclusive of feedback from educators and practitioners, this edition goes to the core of what constitutes culturally competent counseling and interventions with the following groups:African AmericansLatinos/asAsian and Pacific IslandersAmerican IndiansArab AmericansMultiracial individuals and familiesWomen and menLGBQT clientsPeople with disabilitiesDeaf populationsOlder peopleEconomically disadvantaged clientsMilitary personnelCase studies and innovative counseling techniques throughout the text emphasize the development of a productive working alliance between counselors and their clients, personal awareness and skill building, and practical application. Chapters on framing ethical issues in a multicultural context and increasing global literacy conclude the book.