Cultural competence is more than an admirable goal: it is an essential skill set for mental health professionals working in a diverse global society markedby crisis and trauma. It is essential for clinicians to understand the intricate mix of history and self-concept, identity and tradition that are central not only for ameliorating psychological problems but to foster psychological health and well-being. As the definition of culture takes on broader meanings-atonce embracing multiple identities and increasing globalization- Cultural Competency Training in a Global Society brings a vital perspective and practical understanding to clinical, counseling, and school psychologists, as well as tograduate students entering these fields. Editors are known experts on multicultural psychological services and assessment Embedding multicultural competency in public sector mental health services is a fast-growing initiative as wellas becoming a requirement in numerous states This handbook will directly target practitioners who need to be informed about multicultural competency INDICE: Section I: Problems, Populations, and Resources in a Global Society. The Human Faces of Globalization. Globalization: Psychologicla Problems andSocial Needs. National and International Professional Resources.- Section II:Education and Training Perspectives in Transition. Transitions Integrating Research and Practice. Transitions in Psychotherapy, Clinical Diagnosis, Assessment. Transitions in Professional Training.- Section III: Multicultural Education/Cultural Competency Training. Research Foundations of Cultural Competency Training. Striving for Cultural Competence. Cultural Competency Training in Professional Psychology.- Section IV: Using Professional Resources Effectively. Competent Practice with Multicultural Populations.
- ISBN: 978-0-387-79821-9
- Editorial: Springer
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 285
- Fecha Publicación: 01/12/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés