Problem: It is vital to be aware of oneself and one's biases in order to grow as a good clinician. Embrace the importance of being culturally sensitive and diverse as well as being aware of one's own identity and biases.
1. How would you describe yourself culturally?
2. What biases can you admit to that might need confronted in order to improve your skills?
3. What about the "positive bias"?
References:
- akwokcya. (2008, November 9). Correct demonstration of Cross-Cultural Counselling.
- Kottler, J. A., & Shepard, D. S. (2015). Introduction to counseling: Voices from the Field (8th ed.). Cengage Learning. Chapter 14 (page 378-379)
- Practicalceseminars. (2010, October 8). Part I: Reawaken native roots: Values.
- White, C. (2013, March 22). PSA - counseling diverse international populations.