Publisher's Synopsis
Now, for the first time, students, instructors and practitioners can view actual video clips of culturally alert counseling in practice with this high-quality DVD and resource guide. Resource Guide—Key Practices in Culturally Alert Counseling: A Demonstration of Skills brings the content of the companion textbook Culturally Alert Counseling to life. Together, the DVD and resource guide provide students and busy professionals with the visual tools they need to understand key practice considerations when dealing with culturally diverse clients. Key Features Demonstrates issues faced by individuals from different cultures: The video segments touch on issues facing an African American woman in the workforce, a Latino couple in family counseling, a conservative Christian woman struggling with her faith, and an Asian American young adult facing acculturation challenges. Illustrates key skills discussed in the text: Actual practices covered include practicing culturally sensitive diagnosis, highlighting racial/ethnic strengths, creating a welcoming environment, adapting language to meet the clients, listening with empathy, and more. Brings culturally alert counseling to a whole new level: This is the first comprehensive guide to culturally alert counseling that is readable and experiential.
