A Handbook on Counseling African American Women: Psychological Symptoms, Treatments, and Case Studies (Race and Ethnicity in Psychology)

Through an intersectional and inclusive lens, this book provides mental health professionals with a detailed overview of the mental health issues that Black women face as well as the best approach to culturally competent psychological practice with Black women.This text details mental health needs and treatment interventions for Black women. It provides a historical context of how the lived experiences of Black women contribute to mental wellness, identifies effective psychological practices in working with Black women, and challenges readers to advance their cultural competence while providing culturally affirming care to Black women. Additionally, this text is inclusive of sexual orientation and gender identity diversity, and it honors the diversity within Black women’s identities, relationships, roles, and families.Written by an expert team of Black women clinicians, researchers, and medical professionals, A Handbook on Counseling African American Women: Psychological Symptoms, Treatments, and Case Studies addresses current sociopolitical events as well as historical trauma as it prepares readers to meet the needs of the Black women they serve.Features:✓ Includes case studies that make theory and models applicable to direct mental health service✓ Features an expansive review of mental health issues and illnesses impacting Black women✓ Offers major treatment modalities and theoretical orientations✓ Details the experiences of women within the African diaspora while addressing specific identity-related needs of Black women This text details mental health needs and treatment interventions for Black women. It provides a historical context of how the lived experiences of Black women contribute to mental wellness, identifies effective psychological practices in working with Black women, and challenges readers to advance their cultural competence while providing culturally affirming care to Black women. Additionally, this text is inclusive of sexual orientation and gender identity diversity, and it honors the diversity within Black women's identities, relationships, roles, and families. Written by an expert team of Black women clinicians, researchers, and medical professionals , A Handbook on Counseling African American Women: Psychological Symptoms, Treatments, and Case Studies addresses current sociopolitical events as well as historical trauma as it prepares readers to meet the needs of the Black women they serve. Cover Title Page Copyright Contents Foreword Preface 1. Intersectionality in Therapy for African American and Black Women 2. Culturally Competent Counseling Practice with African American Women 3. Depression and Anxiety in African American Women 4. Post-Traumatic Stress and Complex Trauma 5. African American Women and Chronic Mental Illnesses 6. Substance Use and Dependence 7. Eating Disorders 8. Individual Counseling 9. Couple and Family Therapy with African American Women 10. Group Therapy with Black and African American Women 11. Inpatient Treatment for African American Women 12. Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Minorities 13. African American Women with Disabilities 14. The Mental Health Needs of African American Women Enrolled in Higher Education 15. Culturally Competent Counseling with Clients Identifying as Multiracial About the Editors and Contributors Index "A team of therapists explains the mental health issues that have African American women seeking counseling, describes their unique cultural aspects and needs, then details the most effective approaches and treatments"-- Provided by publisher