4.2 What are cultural considerations when working with clients in the substance use disorder field? What first steps might you take with these clients? Explain the rationale for your choices in your response. This discussion question meets the following CACREP Standards: 2.F.2.b. Theories and models of multicultural counseling, cultural identity development, and social justice and advocacy. 2.F.7.b. Methods of effectively preparing for and conducting initial assessment meetings. This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards: 18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view, adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical practice. 19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's personal, professional, and cultural life. 119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this knowledge to practice. 5.1 What are the dominant cultural features found within Native American homes, and how do Native Americans shape their response to the broader American society? This discussion question meets the following CACREP Standards: 2.F.2.a. Multicultural and pluralistic characteristics within and among diverse groups nationally and internationally. 2.F.2.b. Theories and models of multicultural counseling, cultural identity development, and social justice and advocacy. 2.F.2.c. Multicultural counseling competencies. 2.F.2.d. The impact of heritage, attitudes, beliefs, understandings, and acculturative experiences on an individual’s views of others. This discussion question meets the following NASAC Standards: 18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view, adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical practice. 19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's personal, professional, and cultural life. 102) Sensitize others to issues of cultural identity, ethnic background, age, and gender role or identity in prevention, treatment, and recovery. 119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this knowledge to practice. 5.2 How is substance use viewed in the Hispanic/Latino culture?  This discussion question meets the following CACREP Standards: 2.F.2.a. Multicultural and pluralistic characteristics within and among diverse groups nationally and internationally. 2.F.2.b. Theories and models of multicultural counseling, cultural identity development, and social justice and advocacy. 2.F.2.c. Multicultural counseling competencies. 2.F.2.d. The imp ...

1. 4.2 What are cultural considerations when working with clients
in the substance use disorder field?
What first steps might you take with these clients? Explain the
rationale for your choices in your response.
This discussion question meets the following CACREP
Standards:
2.F.2.b. Theories and models of multicultural counseling,
cultural identity development, and social justice and advocacy.
2.F.7.b. Methods of effectively preparing for and conducting
initial assessment meetings.
This discussion question meets the following NASAC
Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including
their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view,
adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special
needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical
practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's
personal, professional, and cultural life.
119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by
gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and
other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this
knowledge to practice.

2. 5.1 What are the dominant cultural features found within Native
American homes, and how do Native Americans shape their
response to the broader American society?
This discussion question meets the following CACREP
Standards:
2.F.2.a. Multicultural and pluralistic characteristics within and
among diverse groups nationally and internationally.
2.F.2.b. Theories and models of multicultural counseling,
cultural identity development, and social justice and advocacy.
2.F.2.c. Multicultural counseling competencies.
2.F.2.d. The impact of heritage, attitudes, beliefs,
understandings, and acculturative experiences on an
individual’s views of others.
This discussion question meets the following NASAC
Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including
their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view,
adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special
needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical
practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's
personal, professional, and cultural life.
102) Sensitize others to issues of cultural identity, ethnic
background, age, and gender role or identity in prevention,
treatment, and recovery.

3. 119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by
gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and
other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this
knowledge to practice.
5.2 How is substance use viewed in the Hispanic/Latino
culture?
This discussion question meets the following CACREP
Standards:
2.F.2.a. Multicultural and pluralistic characteristics within and
among diverse groups nationally and internationally.
2.F.2.b. Theories and models of multicultural counseling,
cultural identity development, and social justice and advocacy.
2.F.2.c. Multicultural counseling competencies.
2.F.2.d. The impact of heritage, attitudes, beliefs,
understandings, and acculturative experiences on an
individual’s views of others.
This discussion question meets the following NASAC
Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including
their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view,
adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special
needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical
practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's

4. personal, professional, and cultural life.
102) Sensitize others to issues of cultural identity, ethnic
background, age, and gender role or identity in prevention,
treatment, and recovery.
119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by
gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and
other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this
knowledge to practice.
6.1 How do early personal experiences influence the positive or
negative ethnic identity of persons of color? Can you think of a
best example?
Provide a scholarly reference to support your response.
This discussion question meets the following CACREP
Standards:
2.F.2.d. The impact of heritage, attitudes, beliefs,
understandings, and acculturative experiences on an
individual’s views of others.
2.F.2.f. Help-seeking behaviors of diverse clients.
2.F.2.g. The impact of spiritual beliefs on clients’ and
counselors’ worldviews.
This discussion question meets the following NASAC
Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including
their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view,

5. adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special
needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical
practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's
personal, professional, and cultural life.
119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by
gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and
other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this
knowledge to practice.
6.2 What healthy family and community support conditions are
associated with increased self-efficacy and self-esteem in
children of color who face racism? Provide at least one
scholarly reference to support your response.
This discussion question meets the following CACREP
Standards:
2.F.2.d. The impact of heritage, attitudes, beliefs,
understandings, and acculturative experiences on an
individual’s views of others.
2.F.2.h. Strategies for identifying and eliminating barriers,
prejudices, and processes of intentional and unintentional
oppression and discrimination.
This discussion question meets the following NASAC
Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including
their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view,
adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special

6. needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical
practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's
personal, professional, and cultural life.
85) Adapt counseling strategies to the individual characteristics
of the client, including (but not limited to): disability, gender,
sexual orientation, developmental level, acculturation, ethnicity,
age, and health status.
102) Sensitize others to issues of cultural identity, ethnic
background, age, and gender role or identity in prevention,
treatment, and recovery.
119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by
gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and
other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this
knowledge to practice.
121) Conduct culturally appropriate self-evaluations of
professional performance, applying ethical, legal, and
professional standards to enhance self-awareness and
performance.
7.1 How do racial, social, political, and religious attitudes
affect the counselor’s perception and treatment of clients? How
could the Christian worldview/chosen religious beliefs help
with providing treatment to diverse populations?
This discussion question meets the following CACREP
Standards:
2.F.2.b. Theories and models of multicultural counseling,

7. cultural identity development, and social justice and advocacy.
2.F.8.i. Analysis and use of data in counseling.
This discussion question meets the following NASAC
Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including
their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view,
adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special
needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical
practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's
personal, professional, and cultural life.
102) Sensitize others to issues of cultural identity, ethnic
background, age, and gender role or identity in prevention,
treatment, and recovery.
119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by
gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and
other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this
knowledge to practice.
121) Conduct culturally appropriate self-evaluations of
professional performance, applying ethical, legal, and
professional standards to enhance self-awareness and
performance.
7.2 Explain how mental health and addiction therapy are viewed
in various cultures. Give at least two examples.
This discussion question meets the following CACREP

8. Standards:
2.F.2.b. Theories and models of multicultural counseling,
cultural identity development, and social justice and advocacy.
2.F.8.i. Analysis and use of data in counseling.
This discussion question meets the following NASAC
Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including
their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view,
adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special
needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical
practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's
personal, professional, and cultural life.
85) Adapt counseling strategies to the individual characteristics
of the client, including (but not limited to): disability, gender,
sexual orientation, developmental level, acculturation, ethnicity,
age, and health status.
102) Sensitize others to issues of cultural identity, ethnic
background, age, and gender role or identity in prevention,
treatment, and recovery.
119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by
gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and
other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this
knowledge to practice.
121) Conduct culturally appropriate self-evaluations of
professional performance, applying ethical, legal, and
professional standards to enhance self-awareness and

9. performance.
8.1 How should a culturally competent counselor approach the
processes of assessment and diagnosis when dealing with clients
from minority populations? Support your answer with at least
one scholarly reference.
This discussion question meets the following CACREP
Standard: 2.F.7.h. Reliability and validity in the use of
assessments.
This discussion question meets the following NASAC
Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including
their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view,
adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special
needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical
practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's
personal, professional, and cultural life.
102) Sensitize others to issues of cultural identity, ethnic
background, age, and gender role or identity in prevention,
treatment, and recovery.
119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by
gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and
other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this
knowledge to practice.
8.2 Provide an example of cultural bias in

10. counseling/psychological research and support your answer with
at least one scholarly reference.
This discussion question meets the following CACREP
Standard: 2.F.7.h. Reliability and validity in the use of
assessments.
This discussion question meets the following NASAC
Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including
their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view,
adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special
needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical
practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's
personal, professional, and cultural life.
102) Sensitize others to issues of cultural identity, ethnic
background, age, and gender role or identity in prevention,
treatment, and recovery.
119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by
gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and
other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this
knowledge to practice.
EACH QUESTION HAS TO BE ANSWERED WITH 150-200
WORDS AND MUST HAVE AT LEAST ONE SCHOLARLY
REFERENCE IN EACH ANSWER. EACH ANSWER MUST
ALSP PASS TURN-IT-IN WITH LESS THAN 5%