The 2 concepts that I have recognized from previous theories that we have covered in CNS 650 and similar in RCT (relational-cultural theory) are the relationship and connection, strengths and weaknesses of diverse clients. Also, talks about developing an awareness of biases that therapist may bring to the treatment process. Additionally, applying theoretical models to think critically about cases using behavioral and cognitive theory. In chapter 10 the author talks about biological differences between gender roles, male and females patterns of culturally approved behaviors that varies across cultural groups (Berman, 2015). According to MCT (multicultural therapy), each social group has its own worldview that guide members’ beliefs, expectations, behavior, values and rules for living. Growing up in a mixed-race, biracial family might set a challenge for the child by different cultural expectations that
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It is clear that counselor needs to analyze each of the client’s cultural influence like what group he/she is a member, dominant- minority, or both. It also s important to avoid microaggressions, not to assume based on the skin color, age, religion, disability, and other influences. As the author suggest, the person’s sex is based on biology, however, from cultural perspective is depend on what he/she learned, raised that influence his/her behavior, thinking pattern at the social level, the interpersonal level, and the individual level. People grow through and toward relationship throughout the lifespan. While I am aware of culture and power are seen as formative in individual and social development, I would think most difficult part would be to resonate with a biracial client. As a counselor, it is vital to understand what the client’s cultural heritage means to them. In this case, cultural therapy and cognitive behavioral model would help to expand self-awareness of personal bias for both the client and counselor perspective (Berman,
It is clear that counselor needs to analyze each of the client’s cultural influence like what group he/she is a member, dominant- minority, or both. It also s important to avoid microaggressions, not to assume based on the skin color, age, religion, disability, and other influences. As the author suggest, the person’s sex is based on biology, however, from cultural perspective is depend on what he/she learned, raised that influence his/her behavior, thinking pattern at the social level, the interpersonal level, and the individual level. People grow through and toward relationship throughout the lifespan. While I am aware of culture and power are seen as formative in individual and social development, I would think most difficult part would be to resonate with a biracial client. As a counselor, it is vital to understand what the client’s cultural heritage means to them. In this case, cultural therapy and cognitive behavioral model would help to expand self-awareness of personal bias for both the client and counselor perspective (Berman,