Counseling the Whole Person: Theory & Practice

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This course is designed to provide an overview of the history, theories, and issues related to multiculturalism in our society, especially with regards to the provision of counseling services. Counselors-in-Training (CITs) will be introduced to a wide variety of cultural perspectives and experiences, as well as explore the unique responses of these communities to various psychosocial stressors, including addiction, trauma, and chronic medical conditions. CITs will develop skills in cross-cultural communication, self-awareness, and worldview; knowledge of differences as they impact the counseling process; and management of cross-cultural ethical conflicts. CITs will also be introduced to various referral sources, assessment consideration, and case management services.