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A Content And Methodological Review Of Articles Concerning Multiracial Issues In Six Major Counseling Journals, Lisa Edwards, Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti
A Content And Methodological Review Of Articles Concerning Multiracial Issues In Six Major Counseling Journals, Lisa Edwards, Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti
College of Education Faculty Research and Publications
This study describes a comprehensive content and methodological review of articles about multiracial issues in 6 journals related to counseling up to the year 2006. The authors summarize findings about the 18 articles that emerged from this review of the Journal of Counseling Psychology, Journal of Counseling & Development, The Counseling Psychologist, Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology, and Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development. The authors specifically note trends in content and methodology as well as future directions for research.
Working With Multiracial Clients In Therapy: Bridging Theory, Research, And Practice, Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti, Lisa Edwards, Shane J. Lopez
Working With Multiracial Clients In Therapy: Bridging Theory, Research, And Practice, Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti, Lisa Edwards, Shane J. Lopez
College of Education Faculty Research and Publications
The growing multiracial population has resulted in a need for professional psychologists to become knowledgeable about unique identity issues that may influence therapy with multiracial clients. The overarching goal of this article is to provide clinicians with current theory and research, as well as particular therapeutic strategies that will be useful in their work with multiracial clients. Specifically, this article (a) provides a brief review of some prevalent models of multiracial identity; (b) discusses several common themes derived from theory and research about multiracial identity, which should be taken into account when working with this population; and (c) offers some …
Utilizing The Strengths Of Our Cultures: Therapy With Biracial Women And Girls, Lisa Edwards, Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti
Utilizing The Strengths Of Our Cultures: Therapy With Biracial Women And Girls, Lisa Edwards, Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti
College of Education Faculty Research and Publications
Historically, psychology has operated from a pathology-based perspective. In the last several years, however, efforts have been made to balance this view with an acknowledgement of individual strengths and assets. For biracial women and girls, this approach may be particularly useful. Through the utilization of several techniques, including solution-focused interventions and narrative approaches to treatment, therapists can empower their female biracial clients through development of their strengths.