Culturally Responsive Counseling for Asian Americans: Clinician Perspectives |
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| Authors: | Email author" target="_blank">Mikyong?Kim-GohEmail author Hyunmi?Choi Myeong?Sook?Yoon |
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| Institution: | 1.Department of Social Work,California State University Fullerton,Fullerton,USA;2.Department of Social Welfare,Pyeongtaek University,Pyeongtaek-si,South Korea;3.Department of Social Welfare,Chonbuk University,Jeonju-si,South Korea |
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| Abstract: | Research has consistently found acute mental health treatment disparities among Asian Americans. One proposed reason for the underutilization of mental health services by Asian Americans is that available services are not culturally competent. This exploratory study presents qualitative data gathered from interviews with professional counselors who serve Asian American clients. Findings revealed significant barriers to counseling due to cultural stigma and shame, suppression of emotions, and communication gaps between clients and counselors. In response, clinicians frequently made adjustments to therapeutic approaches to accommodate the cultural beliefs and practices of clients and families. Implications for practice and research are discussed. |
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