Counseling Individuals and Families of African and African American Descent
As you have learned more about counseling individuals and families of African and African American Descent, you should have a better understanding their culture and values. Of particular interest is the relationship of many Blacks to mental health. To complete this week’s discussion board well, you should have completed reading Chapter 9. In addition, please watch the video below. Use the knowledge gained from the reading and the video to inform your answers to the reflection prompts.
Black Folks Don’t – Go to Therapy Links to an external site. (https://video.pbsnc.org/video/black-folk-dont-go-therapy/)
Questions for Reflection:
- What stands out to you about this population? Does anything surprise you about the beliefs associated with mental health?
- What are some concerns you may have about working with this population?
- If this is a population that you have little knowledge or experience with, what is something that you believe you could do to learn more?
- If you identify with this culture, do you have differing beliefs or experiences?
- How might you work to build rapport, increase confidence, and decrease the stigma around mental health for this population, individual client, or group of students?
Your initial post should be no less than 300 words, and responses to peers should be no less than 150 words.
Your initial post is due by Thursday before 11:59 pm ET. You must respond to at least two (2) of your peers by Saturday before 11:59 pm ET. Be sure to review and follow the rubric for discussion board posts before submitting to avoid a loss of points.
