Ethnicity and Family Therapy *US HARDCOVER* 3rd Ed. by Monica McGoldrick, Joe Giordano - {9781593850203} {1593850204}

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  • Author: Monica McGoldrick, Joe Giordano
  • ISBN13: 9781593850203
  • ISBN10: 1593850204
  • Type: Hardcover Book.
  • Language : English
  • Item Weight: 1.536
  • Dimensions: 18.4 x 26 x 3.2

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Ethnicity and Family Therapy: Third Edition serves as an invaluable resource for mental health professionals seeking to deepen their cultural competence and deliver effective therapy to families from diverse backgrounds. This trusted guide, known for its comprehensiveness, practical application, and real-world examples, empowers therapists to navigate the intricate interplay between cultural influences and family dynamics.

Key Features:

  • Expansive Scope: Delves into culturally sensitive practices for interacting with families and individuals from over 40 different ethnicities, offering a valuable breadth of knowledge.
  • Cultural Competency Focus: Each chapter emphasizes how cultural factors shape both client and therapist assumptions, presented issues, and coping mechanisms, fostering informed and insightful interactions.
  • Embracing Diversity: Explores a spectrum of ethnicities, including African American, Latino, Asian American, Native American, European American, and more, ensuring inclusivity and understanding.
  • Culturally Relevant Issues: Addresses specific family concerns arising from different cultural contexts, such as immigration, acculturation, intergenerational conflicts, and religious beliefs, providing relevant insights.
  • Tailored Interventions: Offers culturally sensitive therapeutic approaches and techniques for various ethnicities, equipping therapists with effective tools for diverse situations.
  • Real-World Illustrations: Presents compelling case studies to translate theory into practice, offering relatable examples and solidifying comprehension.

Strengths:

  • Unparalleled Scope: Provides a unique and comprehensive exploration of cultural factors influencing family therapy, surpassing narrow perspectives.
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Cultivates understanding and appreciation of diverse cultural values and beliefs, promoting culturally competent interactions.
  • Practical Focus: Equips therapists with essential guidance for integrating cultural competence directly into therapy sessions, ensuring actionable knowledge.
  • Engaging Case Studies: Brings concepts to life through relatable real-world examples, enhancing learning and retention.
  • Expert Authorship: Written by recognized figures with extensive experience working with diverse families and communities, guaranteeing authority and depth.

By providing a roadmap for understanding and navigating cultural nuances within family therapy, Ethnicity and Family Therapy: Third Edition empowers mental health professionals to deliver culturally competent, effective, and impactful care to families from diverse backgrounds.