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Drawing on the contributions of psychoanalytic scholars as well as multicultural and feminist psychologists, Pratyusha Tummala-Narra presents a theoretical framework that reflects the realities of clients’ lives and addresses the complex sociocultural issues that influence their psychological health.
List of contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction- A Historical Overview and Critique of the Psychoanalytic Approach to Culture and Context
- Psychoanalytic Contributions to the Understanding of Diversity
- Cultural Competence From a Psychoanalytic Perspective
- Attending to Indigenous Narrative
- Considering the Role of Language and Affect
- Addressing Social Oppression and Traumatic Stress
- Recognizing the Complexity of Cultural Identifications
- Expanding Self-Examination: Cultural Context in the Life and Work of the Therapist
- Implications of a Culturally Informed Psychoanalytic Perspective: Some Thoughts on Future Directions
References
Index
About the Author
About the author
Pratyusha Tummala-Narra
Summary
While psychoanalytic scholars often address specific aspects of diversity such as gender, race, immigration, religion, sexual orientation, and social class, the literature lacks a set of core principles to inform and support culturally competent practice. This approachable volume responds to that pressing need.
