LPC Social and Cultural Diversity 3

Question 1

The RESPECTFUL model used in multicultural counseling represents an acronym that includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Political party affiliation

Answer

The RESPECTFUL model covers Religion, Economic class, Sexual identity, Psychological maturity, Ethnic/racial identity, Chronological age, Trauma, Family history, Unique characteristics, and Location — not political party affiliation.

Question 2

A counselor avoids discussing race with a client of color, believing it is better not to bring it up. This behavior is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Color blindness

Answer

Color blindness is the denial or minimization of racial and ethnic differences, which can invalidate the experiences of clients of color.

Question 3

According to the Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling Competencies (MSJCC), privileged counselors working with marginalized clients should first:

Accepted Answer

Examine their own assumptions, biases, and values

Answer

The MSJCC emphasizes that counselors must develop self-awareness of their own cultural assumptions and biases before effectively serving diverse clients.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the concept of intersectionality?

Accepted Answer

How multiple social identities interact to create overlapping systems of privilege or oppression

Answer

Intersectionality, coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw, examines how race, gender, class, and other identities combine to shape experiences of privilege and discrimination.

Question 5

A Native American client tells the counselor that seeking outside help for personal problems is not accepted in their community. The counselor should:

Accepted Answer

Explore the cultural context and consider incorporating community and traditional healing practices

Answer

Culturally competent practice involves understanding cultural attitudes toward help-seeking and collaboratively integrating indigenous healing approaches when appropriate.

LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor Practice Test

LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor Practice Test

LPC Social and Cultural Diversity 3