Multicultural Diversity Implications for Ethical Practice
Diversity Issues in Ethics Discrimination/Bias Multicultural Competence Sue & Sue (1990) Counselors have a responsibility to: Become aware of biases, stereotypes & assumptions based on culture Become aware of client values & world view Develop culturally appropriate intervention strategies Misperceptions Based on Different Worldviews Non-verbal behavior Directness vs. indirectness Individualism vs. Collectivism Change vs. acceptance Cultural mistrust
Diversity Issues in Ethics (continued) Sensitivity to Cultural Issues in Test Selection & Interpretation Diagnosis Treatment Planning Service Provision/Counseling Electronic Communication/Web Counseling Advocacy Recruitment & Retention in Education Programs Research