CRC CRC Cultural Competency & Diversity in Relationships 3

Question 1

The ICF Code of Ethics requires coaches to respect client diversity. In practice, this means:

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Adapting coaching approaches to honor each client's cultural context and identity

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Treating every client with identical techniques regardless of background

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Disclosing the coach's own cultural identity to every client at intake

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Avoiding any discussion of culture to prevent discomfort

Question 2

A coach working with a polyamorous client should first:

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Examine their own assumptions about relationship structures and work from a non-judgmental stance

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Refer the client to a therapist specializing in non-traditional relationships

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Express concern about the relationship structure before proceeding

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Focus only on the logistical challenges of managing multiple relationships

Question 3

Which of the following describes a 'microaggression' in a coaching context?

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A brief, subtle, often unintentional communicative slight that demeans a marginalized group

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A major ethical violation committed by a coach

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An aggressive confrontational coaching technique

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A legally actionable act of discrimination

Question 4

When assessing a client's relationship goals, a culturally competent coach considers that:

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A client's definition of a successful relationship is shaped by their cultural background

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All clients ultimately want the same outcomes in relationships

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Western romantic ideals such as companionate marriage are universal benchmarks

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Attachment theory fully accounts for cultural variation in relationship goals

Question 5

A client mentions that in their culture, discussing personal relationship problems outside the family is taboo. The most helpful coach response is to:

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Acknowledge the cultural norm, explore what feels manageable to share, and proceed at the client's pace

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Explain that coaching is confidential and encourage full disclosure immediately

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Suggest the client work to overcome this cultural restriction

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End the coaching engagement due to limited disclosure

Question 6

When a coach adapts their communication style — such as using more indirect language — to better align with a client's cultural norms, this is called:

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Style-flexing

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Code-switching

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Cultural imposition

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Mirroring bias

Question 7

Which population consideration requires a relationship coach to be aware of minority stress theory?

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LGBTQ+ clients whose identities are stigmatized by society

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Clients in long-distance relationships

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Clients navigating divorce proceedings

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Clients from blended family backgrounds