Latino Families in Therapy: A Guide to Multicultural Practice

Falicov, Celia Jaes; Gulford Press

ISBN 10: 1572303646 / ISBN 13: 9781572303645

Published by Guilford Pubn, New York, New York, U.S.A., 1998

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A very crisp and clean first edition, almost new and unread condition, gift quality! Dj is nicely preserved in a brand new protective mylar plastic cover! 303 very clean, unmarked and uncreased, informative and thought-provoking pages! "Presenting an accessible and original framework for thinking about multiculturalism in therapy, this comprehensive volume provides valuable insights and strategies for therapists working with Latino families. Readers gain awareness of specific clinical issues, family dynamics, and sociopolitical realities that are frequently shared by Latino clients, while at the same time learning to avoid stereotypical assessments that rob families of their individual histories and choices. Filled with evocative case illustrations and clinical pointers, the book represents an important contribution to culturally sensitive psychotherapy practice." Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Latino Families in Therapy: A Guide to Multicultural Practice
• Publisher: Guilford Pubn, New York, New York, U.S.A.
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1572303646
• ISBN 13: 9781572303645
• Binding: Gray Boards
• Edition: First Edition / First Printing.
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Psychology

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Synopsis

This book represents an important contribution to the literature on multiculturalism and psychology and provides valuable tools and insights for working with Latino families. Employing an accessible and original multidimensional approach, Falicov presents effective clinical strategies for addressing issues that frequently confront Latino families--including different migration histories, experiences of racial discrimination, and dilemmas that can result from adapting to a new cultural setting. Through in-depth case illustrations, the author demonstrates that Latinos in the United States are a heterogeneous population from many countries, with a diverse array of belief systems and socioeconomic backgrounds. Yet, some widely shared concerns and traditions are discernible. Readers will learn how to become more sensitive to cultural differences without falling prey to stereotypical assessments that rob clients of their individual histories and choices.

About the Author

Celia Jaes Falicov, PhD, is Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California. Dr. Falicov also teaches in the Marriage and Family Therapy Program at the University of San Diego. She has a private clinical practice and conducts supervision groups. She is the author of numerous publications on cultural perspectives in family therapy and on the process of change during family transitions, and is the editor of Family Transitions: Continuity and Change over the Life Cycle. Among many organizational affiliations, Dr. Falicov is Vice-President of the Board of Directors of the journal Family Process and Advisory Editor of the Journal of Marriage and Family Therapy and the Journal of Feminist Family Therapy. She is a Fellow of the American Orthopsychiatric Association and Fellow and Approved Supervisor of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, and has served on the Executive Board of the American Family Therapy Academy. Recipient of Significant and Distinguished Contribution to Family Therapy Awards. President-Elect of Family Therapy Academy.