Cultural Competency
This discussion has two parts:
- According to Hunsaker (2011), “Social justice activists maintain an ongoing internal debate regarding the relationship between multicultural competence—a relatively neutral concept indicating the ability of therapists to work effectively with clients who are culturally different from themselves—and social justice efforts” (p. 336). After reading the article “Counseling and Social Justice” from this unit’s studies, discuss whether you agree or disagree with Hunsaker’s position. Please explain.
- Discuss some of the benefits of being multicultural or culturally competent, using the course readings as well as one additional, current (within the past 10 years) peer-reviewed journal article. Cite your sources using APA style.
Reference
Hunsaker, R. C. (2011). Counseling and social justice. Academic Questions, 24(3), 319–340.
Course Reading :
se your Introduction to Counseling: Voices From the Field text to complete the following:
- Chapter 5, “Insight-Oriented Approaches.”
- Chapter 6, “Action-Oriented Counseling.”
- Chapter 13, “Counseling Diverse Clients.”
Use the Capella library to complete the following:
- Read Hunsaker’s 2011 article, “Counseling and Social Justice,” from Academic Questions, volume 24, issue 3, pages 319–340.
