Cultural Competency Flashcards
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A client from a collectivist culture says her extended family must approve her decision to divorce. What is the coach's most culturally competent response?
Answer: Explore how family involvement shapes her goals and help her plan those conversations
Culturally competent coaching works within the client's value system rather than imposing individualistic norms.
Which term describes the ongoing process of examining one's own cultural biases and assumptions as a coach?
Answer: Cultural humility
Cultural humility is a lifelong commitment to self-reflection and recognizing power imbalances in the helping relationship.
A coach assumes a Latino client will want a large family celebration of a child's milestone after divorce. This is an example of:
Answer: Stereotyping
Applying a generalized belief about a group to an individual without asking is stereotyping.
A client whose religious community forbids divorce feels intense guilt. What should the coach do first?
Answer: Acknowledge the guilt and explore what her faith means to her in this situation
Validating the client's experience and exploring meaning respects her beliefs while supporting progress.
When working with a client who has limited English proficiency, the best practice is to:
Answer: Arrange a qualified professional interpreter
Professional interpreters ensure accuracy and confidentiality and avoid burdening children with adult issues.
In some cultures, direct eye contact with an authority figure is considered disrespectful. A coach noticing a client avoiding eye contact should:
Answer: Avoid drawing conclusions and consider cultural norms
Nonverbal behaviors carry different meanings across cultures, so coaches should not assume their own norms apply.
Which approach best reflects culturally competent goal-setting with a divorcing client?
Answer: Co-create goals that reflect the client's values, roles, and community expectations
Client-centered goals aligned with the client's cultural context are more meaningful and sustainable.