LPC Multicultural Counseling Competencies 2

Question 1

The RESPECTFUL model in multicultural counseling represents which of the following?

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Ten identity factors counselors should consider in understanding clients holistically

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A supervision framework for evaluating counselor performance

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A mnemonic for conducting culturally appropriate intake assessments

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The core competencies for multicultural counseling certification

Question 2

When a counselor explains symptoms using only a Western psychological framework to a client from a collectivist culture, this may represent:

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Ethnocentrism and cultural encapsulation in counseling

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A best practice for providing consistent, evidence-based care

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An appropriate use of universally validated diagnostic tools

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A legally required standard for informed consent

Question 3

The concept of 'intersectionality,' introduced by Kimberlé Crenshaw, is relevant to counseling because it highlights:

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How multiple, overlapping social identities interact to create unique experiences of privilege and oppression

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The need to address each identity dimension separately in therapy

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The importance of focusing solely on racial identity in multicultural counseling

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A legal framework for understanding civil rights violations

Question 4

When a counselor avoids acknowledging race and culture in sessions, stating they 'treat everyone the same,' this practice is called:

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Color-blindness or culture-blindness

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Universal positive regard

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Normative counseling

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Cultural neutrality

Question 5

Which of the following describes a strength-based approach to working with LGBTQ+ clients?

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Focusing on the client's resilience, community supports, and positive identity development

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Helping clients understand that their identity contributes to their distress

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Encouraging clients to explore whether their sexual orientation might change

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Applying conversion therapy techniques to support the client's stated religious values

Question 6

The Multicultural Counseling Competencies include which component related to socially just practice?

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Counselor advocacy for systemic change to eliminate oppression and promote social justice

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Referring clients from marginalized groups to specialists only

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Limiting practice to evidence-based treatments regardless of cultural fit

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Maintaining strict neutrality on all social and political issues