By Danica G. Hays & Bradley T. Erford
Publisher: Pearson (2017) · Language: English · ISBN-13: 9780134523804
Developing Multicultural Counseling Competence: A Systems Approach provides a practical and comprehensive framework for understanding and applying multicultural competence in counseling.
The 3rd edition emphasizes a systems perspective, examining how individual, family, community, and societal factors influence identity development and the counseling process. It integrates theory with hands-on strategies to promote cultural humility, advocacy, and effective practice with diverse populations.
Updated with expanded coverage of social justice issues, intersectionality, and emerging trends, this edition also includes case studies, experiential exercises, and reflection tools to help students and practitioners apply concepts in real-world settings.
Essential for graduate counseling programs and ongoing professional development, this text equips future and practicing counselors with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver culturally responsive, ethically sound, and socially just counseling services.