This essential text explores the intersectionality of the self in therapeutic practice, bringing together theoretical foundations and practical implications to provide clear guidance for students and practitioners. Engaging, informative, and practical, this book is essential reading for students, supervisors, family, marriage, and couple therapists, and clinical social workers who want to work confidently with a range of clients.
Key Features
- Examines the ways in which intersectionality influences all phases of clinical and supervisory work, from outreach to termination.
- Integrates research with clinical practice.
- Includes first-hand accounts, case studies, and reflections.
- Offers practical ideas about how to work intentionally and ethically with clients.
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Chapters not only examine the theoretical, intersectional location of the self for the therapist, client, or supervisee, but they also consider how this social identity affects the therapeutic process and, crucially, work with clients. The book demonstrates how interactions are influenced by gender, race, and sexuality.
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