Emotionally Focused Guide to Re-Visioning African American Relationships

Clinicians must understand the history, cultural context, and racial microaggressions of African Americans to effectively help this population. This book provides a historical treatment of the cultural context, clinical treatment guidelines, and practice-based approaches based on attachment theory and emotionally focused therapy.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 288 pages
\n Publication date: 01 January 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Clinicians play a crucial role in assisting the over 45 million African Americans residing in the United States. To effectively support this diverse population, it is essential for clinicians to possess a comprehensive understanding of the historical background, cultural nuances, and racial microaggressions that both challenge and contribute to their resilience. This book, written in a conversational style that resonates with clinicians and academics alike, offers a historical exploration of the cultural context of African Americans. It also provides comprehensive clinical treatment guidelines and practical, evidence-based approaches, grounded in attachment theory and emotionally focused therapy. Contributions from renowned and esteemed experts in the field of marriage and family therapy further enrich the content of this invaluable resource. By delving into these aspects, clinicians can enhance their ability to provide effective and culturally sensitive care to African Americans, fostering positive outcomes and promoting overall well-being within this community.

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Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781138839120\n \n