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Define cultural competency as the clinician


Problem: Answer the questions according to the following article: Cultural competency is a key concept that is necessary with working with clients from diverse backgrounds. The literature typically defines cultural competency as the clinician: having cultural awareness of how their own values and beliefs impact their perceptions of the client, having knowledge of the clients background and worldview, and having the skills to provide treatment in a culturally sensitive manner (e.g., Chu et al., 2016). Given the diversity of the United States, it is paramount that clinicians have training in cultural competency to improve their treatment with their clients. Numerous studies have demonstrated that when a clinician is culturally sensitive, clients have greater benefits and treatment efficacy is enhanced. Furthermore, many mental health professions including the American Psychological Association have ethical guidelines that require clinicians to have training and skills in diversity and cultural competency. A recent study in the Journal of Black Psychology highlights the continued need for cultural competency. According to the authors, David Goode-Cross, Ph.D. and Karen Grim, Ph.D. (2016), Black1 therapists' reported that they occasionally feel that their formal training on working with Black clients appeared limited. Need Assignment Help?

 

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