SPSY 6323 - Multicultural Considerations in Child and Adolescent Therapy

Credit(s): 3

This course is an in-depth study of the multicultural considerations in working with children and adolescents based on relevant empirical research. It provides an introduction to human diversity and its impact on counseling practices. Some aspects of diversity to be addressed include culture, ethnicity, lifestyle, socioeconomic status, religion, age, gender, appearance and abilities. Identity development models and the effects of privilege, oppression and acculturation on individuals and groups will be explored. Students will be presented with opportunities to examine their own identities, worldviews and attitudes, and how these may impact the counseling process. Basic multicultural counseling competencies will be presented with a focus on experiential practice of strategies and techniques.