1. Multicultural Diversity
Implications for Ethical Practice

2. Diversity Issues in Ethics
Discrimination/Bias
Multicultural Competence
Sue & Sue (1990) Counselors have a responsibility to:
Become aware of biases, stereotypes & assumptions based on culture
Become aware of client values & world view
Develop culturally appropriate intervention strategies
Misperceptions Based on Different Worldviews
Non-verbal behavior
Directness vs. indirectness
Individualism vs. Collectivism
Change vs. acceptance
Cultural mistrust

3. Diversity Issues in Ethics (continued)
Sensitivity to Cultural Issues in
Test Selection & Interpretation
Diagnosis
Treatment Planning
Service Provision/Counseling
Electronic Communication/Web Counseling
Advocacy
Recruitment & Retention in Education Programs
Research