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Mishne (social work, New York U.) presents the fundamentals of cross-cultural psychotherapy to aid the practitioner in understanding the impact of culture and ethnicity on the treatment process, on the patient's life, and on the development of the patient's cultural identity. The author uses case material to illustrate different aspects of the treatment process, and the types of treatment issues and relationships which can occur. Mishne presents a practice model emphasizing the need for clinicians to be aware of their own culturally informed beliefs and behaviors. The text is intended for both practicing clinicians and as a text for graduate-level courses in psychotherapy and multicultural practice, and in psychoanalytic training programs. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Clients in psychodynamic therapy come from all ethnic and cultural backgrounds, as do therapists, yet cross-cultural issues are often oversimplified or ignored in clinical practice and training. This volume helps therapists incorporate awareness of diversity into all phases of treatment, from referral and assessment to working through and termination. Using extensive case material, Judith Mishne illuminates the ways that differences in ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, class background, and age enter into both the personal identity of client and therapist and the moment-to-moment process of therapy. She offers clear guidance for understanding and navigating the intersubjective issues that arise, drawing from the literatures of multicultural therapy, self psychology, and object relations. Demonstrating how to build and sustain a strong, empathic treatment alliance--one based on openness, self-awareness, curiosity, and specific cultural knowledge--this book is a vital resource for contemporary clinicians. Winner--Gradiva Award, National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis
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