bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Operationalization of the Multicultural Counseling Competencies
Authors: Arredondo Patricia , Toporek Rebecca , Brown Sherlon Pack , Jones Janet , Locke Don C. , Sanchez Joe , Stadler Holly
Published: December 2011

For the past 20 years, the Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development (AMCD) has provided leadership for the American counseling profession in major sociocultural and sociopolitical domains. Through our vision of the centrality of culture and multiculturalism to the counseling profession, we have created new directions and paradigms for change. One of our major contributions has been the development of the Multicultural Counseling Competencies (Sue, Arredondo, & McDavis, 1992).
The Politics and Poetry of Multiculturalism
Authors: Fukuyama Mary A. , Reid Alaycia D.
Published: December 2011

This article discusses the usefulness of poetry in multicultural education and counseling training. Various exercises and techniques are presented that are applicable in training graduate level counseling students in multicultural issues.
The Rule of Opposites: A Paradigm for Counseling Native Americans
Authors: Garrett Michael Tlanusta , Myers Jane E.
Published: December 2011

The Rule of Opposites offers a cultural lesson in perspective that is useful for counselors working with Native American clients. The Rule of Opposites, based on the concept of the Circle of Life, is presented as a worldview that allows individuals to move beyond their current frame of reference toward an understanding of universal truths and underlying meanings. Use of the Rule's 7 lessons helps both the counselor and the client to recognize and resolve conflict, to ask more effective questions, to seek harmony and balance in life for greater purpose and direction, and to explore personal decision making and choices.
Counseling for Dropout Prevention: Applications From Multicultural Counseling
Authors: Trusty Jerry
Published: December 2011

Although high school dropout rates have declined over the past several years, rates remain high for many segments of our population. Most of the attention devoted to dropout prevention counseling has focused on group counseling or programmatic issues, whereas individual counseling has largely been ignored. This article draws on commonalities between multicultural counseling and dropout prevention to produce a general framework for individual counseling with students who have potential to drop out of high school.
Students' Perceptions of Multicultural Training in Counseling Psychology Programs
Authors: Constantine Madonna G. , Ladany Nicholas , Inman Arpana G. , Ponterotto Joseph G.
Published: December 2011

The Multicultural Competency Checklist (Ponterotto, Alexander, & Grieger, 1995) was used to assess counseling psychology students' perceptions of multicultural training in their programs. Results revealed that most students perceived their programs to (a) have a required multicultural counseling course, (b) employ diverse teaching strategies and procedures, (c) use varied methods of evaluating performance, and (d) have faculty members whose primary research interest was in multicultural issues. Alternatively, many students reported that their programs did not (a) have appropriate representation of bilingual individuals on the faculty, (b) demonstrate adequate leadership and support with regard to multicultural issues, (c) use assessment instruments in evaluating their level of multicultural competency, and (d) make available a “multicultural resource center” for their use. The importance of integrating multicultural issues throughout academic programs is also discussed.
Individualistic and Collective Group Counseling: Effects With Korean Clients
Authors: Lee In‐Ja , Kelly Eugene W.
Published: December 2011

In a study of 20 female and 21 male Korean clients with three group counseling approaches (individualistic, collective, and a balanced combination of both), no treatment effects were found for social commitment or perceptions of counselor effectiveness. Significant changes were seen in individualism‐collectivism congruent with different treatments.
Emotional Self‐Awareness, Eating Disorders, and Racial Identity Attitudes in African American Women
Authors: Dinsmore Britta Davis , Mallinckrodt Brent
Published: December 2011

Certain racial identity attitudes may involve diminished internal emotional awareness, features of a syndrome known as “alexithymia,” which has been observed in survivors of extreme trauma. This study found that levels of alexithymia, but not eating disorders, were related to attitudes characteristic of early stages of racial identity development among African American women.
Between Two Worlds: Counseling South Asian Americans
Authors: Das Ajit K. , Kemp Sharon F.
Published: December 2011

This article examines some of the mental health issues associated with counseling South Asian immigrants in the United States. A profile of the South Asian family is developed. Its structure and values are examined in relation to those of the American counseling community.
Internal and External Ethnic Identity and Their Correlates: A Study of Chinese American Immigrants
Authors: Kwan Kwong‐Liem Karl , Sodowsky Gargi Roysircar
Published: December 2011

The measurement of internal ethnic identity and external ethnic identity showed that Chinese American immigrants could be differentiated into different identity groups. Additionally, internal ethnic identity significantly predicted salience of ethnicity and loss of face. Income, ethnicity salience, external ethnic identity, and loss of face were significant predictors of acculturative stress.
Use of the MMPI‐2 With Chicanos: Strategies for Counselors
Authors: Velasquez Roberto J. , Gonzales Myra , Butcher James N. , Castillo‐Canez Idalia , Apodaca J. Xavier , Chavira Denise
Published: December 2011

The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory–2 (MMPI‐2) is frequently used by professional counselors to assess Chicano or Mexican American clients in various mental health settings. It is important to understand how ethnic and sociocultural variables (e.g., ethnic identity, acculturation, or racism) may influence the assessment process. This article presents strategies for the culturally competent use of the MMPI‐2 with this burgeoning Hispanic subpopulation.
Counselor Trainee Perceptions of Hispanic, Black, and White Teenage Expectant Mothers and Fathers
Authors: Softas‐Nall Basilia , Baldo Tracy D. , Williams Scott C.
Published: December 2011

This study investigated the perceptions of counselors‐in‐training of Black, Hispanic, and White male and female adolescents in a teen pregnancy situation. Findings and implications for counselor training are discussed.
Interethnic Relations on Campus: Can't We All Get Along?
Authors: Mack Delores E. , Tucker Traci W. , Archuleta Randi , DeGroot Gary , Hernandez Alina A. , Cha Susan Oh
Published: December 2011

This study examined the ethnic climate and relationships between ethnic groups at 5 colleges. Data indicate that White and Latino students were the most comfortable interacting with other ethnic groups, whereas Asians students were the least comfortable. Furthermore, White students had a relatively positive view of the interracial climate in contrast to Black students who described their campuses as more hostile and uninviting.
The Multiculturally Responsive Versus the Multiculturally Reactive: A Study of Perceptions of Counselor Trainees
Authors: Steward Robbie J. , Morales Pamilla C. , Bartell Patricia A. , Miller Matthew , Weeks Dan
Published: December 2011

Findings suggest that the completion of or exposure to multicultural counseling coursework or literature does not necessarily indicate an acceptance of or valuing of multicultural counseling literature. Survey results of counselor trainees' observations and perceptions of peers whose perspectives on diversity differ are presented and discussed. Implications for training and supervision are addressed.
Racial Identity, African Self‐Consciousness, and Career Decision Making in African American College Women
Authors: McCowan Carla J. , Alston Reginald J.
Published: December 2011

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships among racial Identity, African self‐consciousness, and career decidedness in 212 African American women classified as first year or senior at an historically Black university and a predominantly White university. It was hypothesized that senior women at both institutions would have higher levels of racial identity and African self‐consciousness and would be more career decided than first year women. The findings provided partial support for the hypothesis.
Acculturation, Language Use, and Demographic Variables as Predictors of the Career Self‐Efficacy of Latino Career Counseling Clients
Authors: Miranda Alexis O. , Umhoefer Debra L.
Published: December 2011

A sample of 95 Latino career counseling clients of a social services agency voluntarily completed a demographic questionnaire, the American‐International Relations Scale (Sodowsky & Plake, 1991), and a questionnaire designed to assess career self‐efficacy (Bandura, 1977, 1986; Betz & Hackett, 1981). Acculturation and English language use predicted career self‐efficacy, unlike years of residence in the United States, age, and educational level (p < .05). The Implications of the results to career counseling for Latinos are discussed.
Guided Affective and Cognitive Imagery to Enhance Self‐esteem Among Hawaiian Children
Authors: Omizo Michael M. , Omizo Sharon A. , Kitaoka Sean K.
Published: December 2011

This article discusses the use of guided affective and cognitive imagery to enhance self‐esteem among children of Hawaiian ancestry. Children who participated in the intervention strategy, which consisted of 10 group sessions, had significantly higher scores on some areas of self‐esteem.
Parenting Styles and Adolescents' Learning Strategies in the Urban Community
Authors: Boveja Marsha E.
Published: December 2011

The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between perceived parenting styles and urban adolescents' learning and studying strategies. The results revealed that those adolescents who perceived their parents as being authoritative tended to engage in more effective learning and study strategies. Implications are discussed for counselors and teachers using this information as a fostering tool in their work with urban adolescents.
Counseling Thai Americans: An Emerging Need
Authors: House Reese M. , Pinyuchon Methinin
Published: December 2011

This article identifies the unique issues of Thai Americans as a cultural minority in the United States. The authors propose ways of understanding and responding to Thai American clients and recommend strategies for working more effectively with these clients.
The Relationship Between Multicultural Counseling Training and the Evaluation of Culturally Sensitive and Culturally Insensitive Counselors
Authors: Steward Robbie J. , Wright Doris J. , Jackson James D. , Jo Han Ik
Published: December 2011

In a study, multicultural counseling training contributed significantly to the variance in ratings of a culturally sensitive counselor. No significant contribution was made to the variance in ratings of the culturally insensitive counselor. Possible explanations and implications of these results in multicultural counseling supervision are discussed.
The Status of Multicultural Counseling Training at Counseling Center Internship Sites
Authors: Lee Richard M. , Chalk Linda , Conner Susan E. , Kawasaki Nancy , Jannetti Anthony , LaRue Tracy , Rodolfa Emil
Published: December 2011

The current status of multicultural counseling training at university counseling center predoctoral internship sites was evaluated. Fifty training directors completed a mailed survey, and the results contribute to an understanding of graduate training programs. Training considerations and recommendations are discussed.
Predicting Acculturation Using Career, Family, and Demographic Variables in a Sample of Mexican American Students
Authors: Lucero‐Miller Denise , Newman Jody L.
Published: December 2011

The authors examined the relationship of a set of career variables, family cohesion, and demographic variables with the acculturation level of a sample of 176 Mexican American community college students. Multiple regression analyses using a blocked entry method revealed that only the demographic variables related significantly to acculturation. Based upon the zero order correlations, socioeconomic status would appear to account for most of the variance shared by acculturation and a linear combination of the demographic variables.
The Historical and Political Context of the Civil Rights of Persons With Disabilities: A Multicultural Perspective for Counselors
Authors: Middleton Renée A. , Rollins Carolyn W. , Harley Debra A.
Published: December 2011

The authors provide a useful historical link between the civil rights movement in the 1960s and the disability rights movement. The origins of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are discussed from the sociopolitical context at the time of their passage. Important links are drawn between these laws, affirmative action, cultural diversity, and multiculturalism. The authors address the role of the counselor with respect to becoming advocates for persons with disabilities in the face of injustice.
Parental Influences on Career Development Perceived by African American and Mexican American College Students
Authors: Fisher Teresa A. , Padmawidjaja Inna
Published: December 2011

This study examined parental factors that influence career development among African American and Mexican American college students. Analysis of student interviews revealed that parents are influential in the following career domains: encouragement, educational expectations, critical life events, vicarious learning, and work identity. Career development issues that counselors need to address are provided.
Black Churches as Therapeutic Groups
Authors: McRae Mary B. , Thompson Delores A. , Cooper Sharon
Published: December 2011

This article examines how Black churches serve as therapeutic groups and thus provide a source of psychological support to African American communities. Group theory is used as a conceptual framework to discuss the findings from 7 focus groups conducted in Black churches in the New York metropolitan area. Implications for counselors working with clients involved in the Black religious tradition are discussed.
Spirituality‐Focused Genograms: Keys to Uncovering Spiritual Resources in African American Families
Authors: Dunn Adriana Balaguer , Dawes Sharese Johnson
Published: December 2011

This article invites therapists to explore the spiritual resources of African Americans through the use of spirituality‐focused genograms. Spiritual issues can be considered in the context of family dynamics, as well as cultural factors including gender, socioeconomic status, language, geographic origins and issues of racism and oppression. Examples of the use of spirituality‐focused genograms in therapy are presented.
The Vocational Situation and Country of Orientation of International Students
Authors: Spencer‐Rodgers Julie
Published: December 2011

A culturally relevant career‐development needs assessment survey was administered to 227 international college students. Factor analysis indicated that the participants' vocational needs centered on obtaining work experience, overcoming interview barriers, and developing job‐search skills. Overall, the vocational needs of international students were oriented toward the American job market. Implications for cross‐cultural counseling are discussed.
The Cultural Self as Locus for Assessment and Intervention With American Indians/Alaska Natives
Authors: Dana Richard H.
Published: December 2011

The author compares mental health services from Anglo‐American and Native perspectives, focusing on the cultural self as a suggested locus for greater credibility and increased use of these services. Cultural competence is recommended as a model for community‐specific policy for the design and implementation of services to increase the probability of generalization to various tribal settings. Cultural competence of Anglo‐American providers with this population is discussed.
African American Acculturation and Black Racial Identity: A Preliminary Investigation
Authors: Pope‐Davis Donald B. , Liu William M. , Ledesma‐Jones Shannon , Nevitt Jonathan
Published: December 2011

This exploratory study examined the relationship between acculturation and racial identity among African Americans. One hundred eighty‐seven African American students completed the Black Racial Identity Attitude Scale (J. F. Helms & T. A. Parham, 1990) and the African American Acculturation Scale (AAAS; H. Landrine & E. Klonoff, 1995). Acculturation was associated with 3 of the 5 AAAS subscales: Dissonance, Immersion, and Emersion; Immersion had the greatest correlation with acculturation. A simultaneous regression analysis showed that the Pre‐Encounter subscale was a significant predictor of acculturation.
Exploring the Relationships Between Racial/Cultural Identity and Ego Identity Among African Americans and Mexican Americans
Authors: Miville Marie L. , Koonce Danel , Darlington Pat , Whitlock Brian
Published: December 2011

Relationships between collective identity and ego identity were examined among 299 African American and Mexican American university students. Participants completed scales measuring racial or cultural identity and ego identity. Regression analyses indicated that ego identity was significantly related to racial identity for African Americans and cultural identity for Mexican Americans.
Issues in the Treatment of Native Americans With Alcohol Problems
Authors: Thomason Timothy C.
Published: December 2011

The author reviews the literature on the treatment of Native Americans who have alcohol abuse or dependence disorders and provides an interpretation of the research on this topic. The most common alcohol treatment modalities used with Native Americans are described and critiqued, including adapted versions of standard treatments. Several practiced recommendations are made regarding revising standard treatments to make them more culturally appropriate for Native Americans.
Exploring Ethnic, Gender, and Sexual Orientation Variables in Supervision: Do They Really Matter?
Authors: Gatmon Dafha , Jackson Daniel , Koshkarian Lisa , Martos‐Perry Nora , Molina Adriana , Patel Neesha , Rodolfa Emil
Published: December 2011

This study explored discussions of cultural variables in supervision and their influence on supervisory satisfaction and working alliance. Results indicated limited discussions occurred, but when these discussions did occur, supervisees reported enhanced supervisory working alliance and increased satisfaction with supervision. These findings highlight the importance of supervisors initiating discussions of cultural variables.

Este estudio exploró discusiones sobre variables culturales y su influencia en la satisfacción y alianza de supervisión. Los resultados indicaron discusiones limitadas, pero cuando estas ocurrieron, los supervisados reportaron un aumento en la alianza de trabajo y satisfacción con la supervisión. Estos resultados hacen notable la importancia de que los supervisores inicien discusiones sobre los variables culturales.
Cross's Nigrescence Model: From Theory to Scale to Theory
Authors: Vandiver Beverly J. , Fhagen‐Smith Peony E. , Cokley Kevin O. , Cross William E. , Worrell Frank C.
Published: December 2011

This article describes the theoretical and empirical evolution of the revised Cross nigrescence identity model (W. E. Cross, 1991) in the context of developing a new multidimensional measure, the Cross Racial Identity Scale (Vandiver et al., 2000). The research resulted in an expanded nigrescence model (W. E. Cross & B. J. Vandiver, 2001), and preliminary factor analytic strategies support the existence of 6 subscales.

Este artículo describe la evolución teoretica y empirica de el modelo indentidad de nigrescence creado y revisado por W. E. Cross (1991) en el contexto de la creación de una nueva escala miltidimensional, la Escala de Identidad Racial Cross (B. J. Vandiver et al., 2000). La investigación resultó en un modelo de nigrescence extendido (W. E. Cross & B. J. Vandiver, 2001), y las estrategias factor analíticas preliminarias sustentan la existencia de 6 sub‐escalas.
Nigrescence Theory: Current Status and Challenges for the Future
Authors: Worrell Frank C. , Cross William E. , Vandiver Beverly J.
Published: December 2011

This article raises a number of critical questions for scale development and theorizing in the field of Black racial identity. In particular, the authors suggest that research on Black racial identity would benefit from longitudinal studies and the examination of the existence of overarching racial identity constructs.

Este artículo plantea varias preguntas críticas sobre el desarrollo de escalas y teorías en el campo de la Identidad Racial Negra. En lo particular, los autores sugieren que investigaciones basadas en la Identidad Racial Negra se beneficiarian con estudios longitudinales y la examinación de la existencia de conceptos expansivos sobre la identidad racial.
White Racial Identity and White Racial Consciousness: Similarities, Differences, and Recommendations
Authors: Leach Mark M. , Behrens John T. , LaFleur N. Kenneth
Published: December 2011

To dispel apparent confusion, White racial identity and White racial consciousness are described and contrasted in terms of theoretical conceptualization and measures used. It is recommended that priority be given to the validation of existing or new measurement instruments to provide a sound basis for future findings.

Para disipar la confusión aparente, la identidad racial Bianca, y el conocimiento racial Blanco, se describen y son contrastados en términos de sus conceptos teóricos y las medidas empleadas. Se recomienda dar prioridad a la validación de instrumentos existentes o nuevos para proporcionar una base sólida para los deseubrimientos futuros.
Racial Peer Group Selection in African American High School Students
Authors: Wade Jay C. , Okesola Olayiwola
Published: December 2011

This study examined the influence of racial identity and other potential factors that may contribute to African American high school students' selection of a racial peer group. Results indicated that racial identity, feelings of racial similarity, and racial composition of one's neighborhood were differentially related to peer group selection.

Esta investigación examinó la influencia de la identidad racial y otros factures potenciales que pueden contribua a la selección del grupo de compañeros racial de estudiantes de la preparatoria Africano Americanos. Cien y cuatro estudiantes Africano Americanos de una preparatoria multi‐étnica completaron medidas sobre su posición de identidad racial, los sentimientos de la similtud racial, susceptibilidad a la presión de sus compañeros, y la constitución racial su vencindario.
A Qualitative Study of the Interplay Between Privilege and Oppression
Authors: Croteau James M. , Talbot Donna M. , Lance Teresa S. , Evans Nancy J.
Published: December 2011

In this qualitative study, the authors explored how an individual's privileged social or cultural group statuses (e.g., being White, male, or heterosexual) may work in combination with an individual's oppressed group statuses (e.g., being African American, a woman, or lesbian/gay/bisexual) in shaping the individual's multicultural experiences.

En este estudio cualitativo, los autores exploraron cóomo la posición social o cultural privilegiada de una persona (por ejemplo, ser Blanco, hombre, o heterosexual) puede trabajar en combinación con las posiciones oprimidas del grupo a quien pertenece el individuo (por ejemplo, ser Africano Americano, mujer, olesbiana/gay/bisexual) cuando se estan formando las experiencias multiculturales del individuo.
Becoming Racially and Culturally Competent: The Racial‐Cultural Counseling Laboratory
Authors: Carter Robert T.
Published: December 2011

In this article, a component of the Racial‐Cultural Counseling Competence model, introduced by R.T. Carter (1995), is described. The Racial‐Cultural Counseling Laboratory course is presented to provide readers with an understanding of a cognitive, behavioral, and affective integrative approach to racial‐cultural competence training.

Este artículo describe una parte integrante del modelo de Aptitud de Consejo Racial y Cultural presentado por R.T. Carter (1995). El curso “Laboratorio de Consejos Racial y Cultural” se presenta para proveer a los lectores un entendimiento de un enfoque hacia el entrenamiento en aptitud racial y cultural que integra al conocimiento, el comportamiento, y el afecto.
“Talking Race” in the College Classroom: The Role of Social Structures and Social Factors in Race Pedagogy
Authors: Rothschild Teal
Published: December 2011

This article examines the role of race in the college classroom. Two types of college institutions in which the author has had personal teaching experience are examined. It is argued that educators should tailor a particular pedagogy on the basis of the unique contexts in which they teach.

Este artículo examina el rol que tiene la raza en la clase universitaria. Se analisan dos tipos de instituciones universitarias en las cuales el autor ha tenido experiencia pedagógica. El planteamiento es que los instructores deben adaptar una pedagogía a base de los contextos particulares en los que enseñan.
Lesbian Women of Color: Therapeutic Issues and Challenges
Authors: Bridges Sara K. , Selvidge Mary M. D. , Matthews Connie R.
Published: December 2011

Lesbian women of color may seek professional help to find their way through the challenges of being a triple minority. The authors discuss specific issues faced by African American, Asian American, Latina American, and Native American lesbian women, offering guidelines for affirmative practice when working with these women in a counseling context.

Mujeres lesbianas de color pueden buscar ayuda profesional para poder navegar los desafíos de estar en una triple minoría. Los autores describen problemas específicos que enfrentan mujeres afro‐americanas, asiático‐americanas, latinoamericanas, e indígenas lesbianas, y ofrecen gufas para prácticas afirmativas cuando se trabaja con estas mujeres en un contexto de consejería.
Counseling Latina Battered Women: A Qualitative Study of the Latina Perspective
Authors: Kasturirangan Aarati , Williams Elizabeth Nutt
Published: December 2011

This qualitative study examined the experience of Latina survivors of domestic violence for information that might help counselors become more attuned to the needs of Latina women. The results highlight the importance of particular cultural variables, including gender socialization and familism. Implications and recommendations for counselors are also discussed.

Esta investigación cualitativa estudió las experiencias de Latinas sobrevivientes del maltrato doméstico, buscando información que pudiera ayudar a los consejeros a concientizarse mas a las necesidades de las mujeres latinas. En los resultados resalta la importancia de los variables culturales particulares, que incluyen la socialization de género y el familismo. También se subrayan recomendaciones para consejeros/as.
Acculturation and Attitudes of Asian International Students Toward Seeking Psychological Help
Authors: Zhang Naijian , Dixon David N.
Published: December 2011

Relationships between acculturation and attitudes toward psychological help seeking were studied with 170 Asian international students. Results showed a significant relationship between levels of acculturation and attitudes toward seeking professional psychological help. Significant correlations were found between students' levels of acculturation and stigma tolerance and confidence in mental health practitioners.

La relación entre la aculturación y las actitudes hacia la busqueda de ayuda psicológica se estudió con 170 estudiantes internacionales de orígen asiático. Los resultados demostraron una relación significante entre los niveles de aculturación y las actitudes hacia la solicitación de ayuda psicológica profesional. Correlaciones significantes se encontraron entre los niveles de aculturación y la tolerancia hacia las estigmas de los estudiantes y la confianza que ellos les tienen a los médicos psiquiátricos.
Supervision in Bilingual Counseling: Service Delivery, Training, and Research Considerations
Authors: Fuertes Jairo N.
Published: December 2011

This article reviews selected literature on the topics of bilingual and multicultural counseling and supervision and provides a framework for understanding salient issues in the delivery of bilingual services. It also presents practical interventions and ideas for future empirical work in this area.

Este artículo analiza una selección de la literatura en los temas de la consejería y supervisión bilingües y multiculturales y proporciona un marco para entender los asuntos importantes en la entrega de servicios bilingües. También presenta intervenciones e ideas prácticas para investigaciones empíricas en esta área.
Predictors of Acculturation for Chinese Adolescents in Canada: Age of Arrival, Length of Stay, Social Class, and English Reading Ability
Authors: Kuo Ben C. H. , Roysircar Gargi
Published: December 2011

In a sample of 506 Chinese adolescents living in Canada from 3 cohort groups, age at the time of arrival in Canada, length of stay in Canada, socioeconomic status, and English reading ability predicted acculturation. English reading ability and socioeconomic status predicted acculturative stress. There were within‐group cohort differences in acculturation characteristics. Implications for counseling are addressed.

En una muestra de 506 adolescentes Chinos que viven en el Canadá de 3 cohortes, la edad de llegada a Canadá, el tiempo que vivieron en Canada, la posición socioeconómica, y la habilidad de leer Inglés predice la asimilación. La habilidad de leer Inglés y la posición socioeconómica que pronostico el estrés de asimilación. Estaban entre grupos de cohorte diferentes en características de asimilación. Las implicaciones para terapia se dirigen.
Service Learning in Graduate Counselor Education: Developing Multicultural Counseling Competency
Authors: Burnett Judith A. , Hamel Dennis , Long Lynn L.
Published: December 2011

Service learning integrates classroom instruction with community service to enhance learning. This article describes the service‐learning model used in a multicultural counseling course. The feedback received indicated service learning enhanced multicultural counseling knowledge, increased examination of cultural bias, increased community feelings of support, and resulted in a powerful learning experience for participants.

Servicios de aprendizaje integra las intruciones en la aula con el servicio de la comunidad para mejorar el aprendizaje. Este artículo describe el uso del modelo de servicios de aprendizaje en un curso de terapia multicultural. La respuesta acogida indica que el servicio de aprendizaje mejoró el conocimiento de terapia multicultural, aumento de examinación de la parcialidad de cultura, y el aumento de apoyo de comunidad, y resultó en una potente experiencia de aprendizaje para los participantes.
Racial/Ethnic Identities and Related Attributed Experiences of Multiracial Japanese European Americans
Authors: Suyemoto Karen L.
Published: December 2011

Surveys from 50 multiracial Japanese European Americans supported the endorsement of multiple simultaneous racial/ethnic identities and a differentiated multiracial identity. Experiences associated with being multiracial included feeling different, sensitivity to cultural cues, appreciation of different viewpoints, acceptance of difference, and disliking exclusion. Implications for research and therapy are discussed.

Los estudios de 50 Americanos Japoneses Europeos multiraciales sostuvieron la aprobación de múltiples identidades racial/étnicos simultáneas y una identidad multiracial diferenciada. Las experiencias relacionadas con ser multiracial, sentirse diferente, la sensibilidad de indicaciones culturales, reconocimiento de puntos de vista diferentes, aceptación de diferencia, y la aversión de exclusión. Las implicaciones para la investigación y terapia se discuten.
Multicultural Counseling Competencies: Lessons From Assessment
Authors: Kitaoka Sean Kiài
Published: December 2011

This article addresses multicultural counseling competencies from the perspective of quantitative assessment. A conceptual review of the current measures identifies 4 relevant issues: (a) diverse factor structures, (b) the working definition of multicultural awareness, (c) test takers' frame of reference, and (d) the implications of an inclusive definition of culture for assessment.

Este artículo se dirige aconsejar las capacidades multiculturales de la perspectiva de la evaluación cuantitativa. La revisión conceptual de las medidas actuales identifica 4 asuntos pertinentes: (a) factor de estruturas diversas, (b) preparaciones de la definición del conocimiento multiculturales, (c) tomadores de examenes marco de referencia, y (d) las implicaciones de una definición inclusiva de la cultura para la evaluación.
Developing Multicultural Counseling Competence Through the Use of Portfolios
Authors: Coleman Hardin L. K. , Morris Dianne , Norton Romana A.
Published: December 2011

This investigation tested the ability of portfolios to stimulate the acquisition of multicultural counseling competence within counselors‐in‐training and compared portfolios with another method of competence development, case formulation. Results indicate that portfolios benefit the acquisition of multicultural counseling competence. Implications for training in multicultural counseling competence are discussed.

Esta investigación probó la habilidad de portafolios para estimular la adquisición de competencia de terapia multicultural dentro de consejeros en instrucción y portafolios comparadas a otro método del desarrollo de la competencia, la formulación del caso. Los resultados indican que los portafolios benefician la adquisición de la competencia de terapia multicultural. Las implicaciones para entrenar en la competencia de terapia multicultural se discute.
Toward a Feminist and Multicultural Model of Consultation and Advocacy
Authors: Hoffman Mary Ann , Phillips Elaine L. , Noumair Debra A. , Shullman Sandra , Geisler Carol , Gray Jacque , Homer Judith , Horne Sharon , Paulk Diana L. , Remer Randa , Robinson Shelagh , Rocha‐Singh Indra , Tinsley Diane J. , Toporek Rebecca , Ziegler Donna
Published: December 2011

The authors present core ideas or constructs that might be integral to a feminist and multicultural model of consultation. According to the model, the structure of consultation is (a) nonhierarchical and (b) an open triad (incorporating extrapersonal and outside factors). The process of consultation is (c) culturally responsive and (d) empowering. The role of the consultant is as (e) an agent for change and (f) an advocate for both the client and the system.

Los autores y sus ideas centrales presente o construyentes quizás sea integral para una feminista y un modelo de la consulta multicultural. Según el modelo, la estructura de la consulta es (a) nonhierarchical y (b) una tríada abierta (incorporando extrapersonal y factores exteriores). El proceso de la consulta es (c) culturalmente receptiva y (d) autorizada. El papel del consultor es como (e) un agente para el cambio y (f) un defensor para el cliente y el sistema.
South Asian and East Asian International Students' Perceived Prejudice, Acculturation, and Frequency of Help Resource Utilization
Authors: Frey Lisa L. , Roysircar Gargi
Published: December 2011

Relationships of perceived prejudice and acculturation with frequency of help resource utilization were examined for South Asian and East Asian international students (N = 110). All predictors, including interactions, were significant but showed different relationships for the 2 groups. The mean frequency of help resource utilization was significantly higher for South Asians.

Las relaciones del prejuicio y la aculturación percibidas con la frecuencia de la utilización del recurso de ayuda se examinaron para el Sur Asiático y el Este estudiantes internacionales asiáticos (N = 110). Los pronosticadores, incluyendo interacciones, eran significativas pero mostro diferentes relaciones para los 2 grupos. La frecuencia media de la utilización del recurso de ayuda fue apreciablemente más alta para Asiáticos del Sur.
Service Learning With Children Affected by Poverty: Facilitating Multicultural Competence in Counseling Education Students
Authors: Baggerly Jennifer
Published: December 2011

The author defines and presents a rationale for service learning, provides procedures for implementing service learning with children affected by poverty, and describes methods of facilitating multicultural counseling competence. Examples are provided from a graduate counseling class that conducted group play therapy with 11 African American children at a community center.

La autora define y presenta una base para aprender de servicio, proporciona los procedimientos para aplicar el servicio aprender con niños afectado por la pobreza, y describe los métodos de facilitar aconsejar la competencia multicultural. Los ejemplos se proporcionan de un graduado que aconseja la clase que realizó el grupo la terapia del juego con 11 niños Americanos Africanos en un centro de la comunidad.
Culture‐Specific Assets to Consider When Counseling Latina/o Children and Adolescents
Authors: Villalba José A.
Published: December 2011

Strength‐based cultural considerations for counseling Latina/o children and adolescents are not well articulated in the literature. Furthermore, research and demographic data indicate concerns for Latinas/os, such as acculturative stress and discrimination. This article describes treatment applications focused on Latina/o youth's cultural strengths, including family bonds, bilingual abilities, and bicultural skills.

Métodos de conserjería basados en rasgos positivos de niños y adolescentes Latinos no se han articulado en la literatura. Además, las investigaciones y los datos demográficos presentan problemas con respeto a presión de acultivación, discriminación, y habilidad limitada en Ingles. Este artículo describe tratamiento centrado en los rasgos culturales positivos de la juventud Latina incluyendo enlaces de la familia, las capacidades bilingües, y las habilidades biculturales.
The Use of the Racial/Cultural Identity Development Model to Understand a Vietnamese American: A Research Case Study
Authors: West‐Olatunji Cirecie A. , Frazier Kimberly N. , Guy Tanisha L. , Smith Angie J. , Clay Latasha , Breaux Walter
Published: December 2011

This article presents the sociohistorical experiences of Vietnamese Americans that contextualize the therapeutic relationship. Using a case study approach, researchers illustrate the use of the Racial/Cultural Identity Development model (D. W. Sue & D. Sue, 2003) in the analysis of an interview with a young, adult, Vietnamese immigrant.

Este artículo muestra las experiencias histórico‐sociales de Americanos Vietnamitas que contextualizan la relación terapéutica. Empleando la aproximación de un estudio de caso, investigadores ilustran el uso del modelo de Desarrollo de Identidad Racial/Cultural por sus siglas en inglés, de D.W. Sue & D. Sue, 2003, en el análisis de una entrevista con un inmigrante Vietnamita adulto y joven.
Counseling Supervisors' Assessment of Race, Racial Identity, and Working Alliance in supervisory Dyads
Authors: Bhat Christine Suniti , Davis Thomas E.
Published: December 2011

The authors investigated the role of race, racial identity attitudes and working alliance in counseling supervision using data obtained from supervisors in supervisory dyads. Results revealed the strongest working alliance for supervisor‐supervisee pairs with high racial identity development and the weakest working alliance for pairs with low racial identity development.

Los autores investigaron el papel que juegan la raza, las actitudes de identidad racial y la alianza de trabajo en la supervisión de consejería, empleando datos obtenidos de supervisores involucrados en diadas de supervisión. Los resultados revelaron que la alianza de trabajo más sólida se da en parejas de supervisor‐supervisado con un desarrollo alto de identidad racial, y la alianza de trabajo más débil en parejas con un desarrollo bajo de identidad racial.
A Case Study of a Muslim Client: Incorporating Religious Beliefs and Practices
Authors: Hamdan Aisha
Published: December 2011

With the significant growth of the Muslim population in the United States, there has been a corresponding increase in the need for mental health services. The author discusses techniques for incorporating Islamic beliefs and practices in the counseling process. The fundamental goal is to ensure ethical and effective treatment for Muslim clients.

En combinación con el incremento sustancial de la población musulmana en los Estados Unidos, se ha dado un crecimiento proporcional en la demanda de servicios de salud mental. El autor discute varias técnicas para la incorporación de las creencias y prácticas del Islam en el proceso de consejería. El objetivo fundamental es asegurar un tratamiento ético y efectivo para los clientes musulmanes.
The Relationship Between African American Enculturation and Racial Identity
Authors: Cokley Kevin , Helm Katherine
Published: December 2011

This study investigated how predictive the Cross Racial Identity Scale (CRIS; B. J. Vandiver, W. E. Cross, F. C. Worrell, & P. Fhagen‐Smith, 2002), a measure of Black racial identity, was of African American cultural practices, beliefs, and attitudes (i.e., enculturation) as measured by the African American Acculturation scale‐33 (H. Landrine & E. Klonoff, 1995). Findings revealed that all but 1 of the CRIS subscales significantly predicted enculturation. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.

Este estudio investigó hasta qué punto la Escala Cross de Identidad Racial (CRIS, por sus siglas en inglés; B. J. Vandiver, W. E. Cross, F. C. Worrell, & P. Fhagen‐Smith, 2002), una medida de la identidad racial Negra, podría predecir prácticas culturales, creencias y actitudes Afroamericanas (p. ej, la endoculturación) medidas por la Escala de Aculturación Afroamericana‐33 (H. Landrine & E. Klonoff, 1995). Los hallazgos revelaron que todas, a excepción de una, de las subescalas CRIS predijeron la endoculturación de una manera significativa. Se discuten implicaciones teóricas y prácticas.
Language Switching and Mexican Americans' Emotional Expression
Authors: Ramos‐Sánchez Lucila
Published: December 2011

This study examined the effects of counselor language switching and counselor ethnicity on bilingual Mexican American participants' emotional self‐disclosure. Counselor language (English only and Spanish with English) was crossed with counselor ethnicity (Mexican American and European American) to produce 4 treatment conditions. Judges' observations revealed that the European American counselor who language switched elicited the most emotional expression from participants.

Este estudio examinó los efectos que un cambio de idioma por parte del consejero y la etnicidad del consejero tienen sobre la auto‐revelación emocional de los participantes México Americanos bilingües. El idioma del consejero (sólo inglés, y español con inglés) se combinó con su etnicidad (México Americano y Euro Americano) para generar 4 condiciones de tratamiento. Las observaciones de los jueces revelaron que el consejero Euro Americano que cambió de idioma obtuvo el mayor número de expresiones emocionales de los participantes.
Cultural Awareness: Enhancing Counselor Understanding, Sensitivity, and Effectiveness With Clients Who Are Deaf
Authors: Peters Scott W.
Published: December 2011

During their professional career, counselors may encounter a client who is deaf; however, they may feel unprepared to work effectively with this population. Counselors who have an understanding of individuals who are deaf through their history, language, and other important considerations might be better prepared to work with this unique and underserved population.

A lo largo de su carrera profesional, los consejeros pueden encontrarse con un cliente que sea sordo; sin embargo, puede que no se sientan preparados para trabajar efectivamente con esta población. Aquellos consejeros que tienen un conocimiento de los individuos que son sordos a través de su historia, lenguaje y otras consideraciones importantes podrían estar mejor preparados para trabajar con esta población singular y desatendida.
White Middle‐Class Privilege: Social Class Bias and Implications for Training and Practice
Authors: Liu William Ming , Pickett Theodore , Ivey Allen E.
Published: December 2011

Social class, classism, and privilege and their relationship to counseling have been given insufficient attention. This article defines and explores White middle‐class privilege; it proffers support for its integration in a multicultural competency, as well as its intersection with race and other dimensions of multiculturalism and privilege. Implications for counseling practice plus a clinical case study illustrate the issues.

La clase social, el clasismo y el privilegio, así como su relación con la consejería, no han sido tratados con suficiente atención. Este artículo define y explora el privilegio de la clase media Blanca; sugiere apoyar su integración en una competencia multicultural, además de su intersección con la raza y otras dimensiones del multiculturalismo y el privilegio. Las implicaciones para la práctica de la consejería más el estudio de un caso clínico ilustran estan cuestiones.
Client and Counselor Discussions of Racial and Ethnic Differences in Counseling: An Exploratory Investigation
Authors: Zhang Naijian , Burkard Alan W.
Published: December 2011

Fifty‐one clients were surveyed to examine the effect of counselor discussion of racial and ethnic differences in counseling. Analyses revealed that White counselors who discussed these differences with their clients of color were rated as more credible and as having stronger working alliances than those who did not discuss such differences.

Se entrevistó a cincuentay un clientes para examinar los efectos de la discusión por parte del consejero de las diferencias raciales y étnicas en consejería. Los análisis revelaron que los consejeros Blancos que discutieron estas diferencias con sus clientes de color fueron valorados como más fiables y con alianzas de trabajo más sólidas que aquellos que no discutieron tales diferencias.
Institutional and Individual Research Productivity in Five Nominated Multicultural Psychology Journals
Authors: Lau Michael Y. , Cisco Hilary C. , Delgado‐Romero Edward A.
Published: December 2011

Research productivity was examined across 5 highly nominated multicultural psychology journals. This yielded a ranking of 40 highly productive institutions and individuals between 1994 and 2007. The results are potentially useful in beginning to track trends in the publication of multicultural psychology studies in research journals. Methodological and interpretational limitations are discussed.

Se examinó la productividad de las investigaciones publicadas en 5 renombradas revistas de psicología multicultural. Esto dio como resultado un ranking de 40 instituciones e individuos altamente productivos entre 1994 y 2007. Los resultados son potencialmente útiles para empezar a rastrear tendencias en la publicación de estudios de psicología multicultural en revistas de investigación. También se discuten las limitaciones metodológicas y de interpretación.