A Handbook on Counseling African American Women: Psychological Symptoms, Treatments, and Case Studies

This book provides mental health professionals with a comprehensive overview of the mental health issues that Black women face and the best approach to culturally competent psychological practice with Black women. It offers a historical context of how the lived experiences of Black women contribute to mental wellness, identifies effective psychological practices, and challenges readers to advance their cultural competence.

Format: Hardback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 04 February 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

This book, written with an intersectional and inclusive approach, offers mental health professionals a comprehensive overview of the mental health challenges faced by Black women, as well as the most effective strategies for delivering culturally competent psychological care to this population. It delves into the specific mental health needs and treatment interventions for Black women, providing a historical context that highlights how their lived experiences contribute to their overall well-being. The text also identifies effective psychological practices in working with Black women, challenges readers to enhance their cultural competence, and emphasizes the importance of providing culturally affirming care to Black women. Additionally, this book recognizes the diversity within Black women's identities, relationships, roles, and families, and is inclusive of sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Authored by an expert team of Black women clinicians, researchers, and medical professionals, A Handbook on Counseling African American Women: Psychological Symptoms, Treatments, and Case Studies addresses current sociopolitical events and historical trauma, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the unique needs of Black women they serve.

Weight: 674g
Dimension: 164 x 241 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781440875953