By mid-century, Latinos are projected to become nearly a third of the U.S. population. Following context on demographics and immigration issues, chapters feature case scenarios that introduce Latinos' multicultural worldview; stressors relating to identity, acculturation, education, and employment issues; family strengths; and planning for evidence-based, culture-centered assessment, practice, research and teaching. The work includes a client-centered clinical interview form and Latino mental health resources. Authors' professional affiliations are as follows: Arredondo (Chicago School of Professional Psychology); Gallardo-Cooper (U. del Valle de Guatemala); Delgado-Romero (counseling psychology, U. of Georgia); and Zapata (Marquette U. Counseling Center). Annotation ©2013 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
This book provides culture-centered assessment and intervention strategies for effective clinical practice with Latina/o individuals and families. Mental health professionals will gain new and expanded cultural competence as they learn to sensitively and ethically integrate Latino values into their work. Throughout the text, case scenarios illustrate ways to work successfully with clients of all ages. A sample culture-centered clinical interview is included, along with a listing of Latino-specific mental health resources. Topics discussed include roles, relationships, and expectations in Latino families; cultural and bicultural values; gender role socialization; generational differences; identity and acculturation issues; educational values and achievement; Latinas/os in the workforce; and religious beliefs and practices.
