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Mental and Social Health

2016

Social justice

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Using Group Work Strategies To Continue The National Discussion On Race, Justice, And Peace, Krista Malott, Scott Schaefle, William Conwill, Jennifer Cates, Judy Daniels, Michael D'Andrea Jan 2016

Using Group Work Strategies To Continue The National Discussion On Race, Justice, And Peace, Krista Malott, Scott Schaefle, William Conwill, Jennifer Cates, Judy Daniels, Michael D'Andrea

Scott Schaefle

There is increasing empirical evidence demonstrating the negative impact of racism and other social injustices on individuals' mental and emotional health. Those findings challenge counselor educators and practitioners to address social injustices in professional training programs and communities across the country. This article illustrates a national advocacy project, whereby a group approach is applied to address social injustices. Application of the model is presented, along with a description of the specific group constructs and skills that were used in the intervention.


Addressing Clients' Experiences Of Racism: A Model For Clinical Practice, Krista Malott, Scott Schaefle Jan 2016

Addressing Clients' Experiences Of Racism: A Model For Clinical Practice, Krista Malott, Scott Schaefle

Scott Schaefle

This article synthesizes the literature relevant to coping with racism to provide a 4-stage model for addressing clients' discriminatory experiences. Major suggestions drawn from the literature include applying frameworks with a contextual lens, using broaching and eliciting skills to promote client exploration of racism and the effects of racism on persons of color, enhancing client racial and ethnic identities, and tailoring interventions to the clients' culture and preferred coping strategies.