South Asian Americans have become the second largest group in the United States & is considered one of the fastest growing ethnic groups. This chapter discusses their cultural tendencies, mental health needs, & optimal ways of approaching them as clients(Diller, J., 2016. Cultural Diversity. 8th ed. Boston: Cengage).
Given that South Asian Americans may be more receptive to those therapies that appear to be more concrete, solution oriented, & “medical” in nature such as cognitive behavioral therapy, identify & explore the following areas:
1) How would you build rapport with a South Asian American client?
2) How would your personal style of therapy be used in session?
3) How might your cultural differences and/or similarities play a role in the therapeutic relationship?
500 words or more, be sure to list supporting details (elaborate on culture specifics!) and cite in APA format with in text citations and references.
South Asian Americans have become the second largest group in the United States
April 23, 2024