Working with Indigenous Australians

Question 0

What is ethnically sensitive therapy?

Answer 0

Awareness of differences
Knowledge of clients culture
Distinguishing between culture and pathology
Taking culture into account in therapy

Question 1

What are some common assumptions reflecting cultural bias in therapy?

Answer 1

Emphasis on individualism and independence
Neglect of support systems
Linear thinking
Neglect of history
Verbal and emotional expressiveness 
Process of communication

Question 2

What are 3 characteristics required for therapists working with clad clients?

Answer 2

Awareness of own assumptions and biases
Understanding of the works view of clients
Ability to develop culturally appropriate intervention techniques