Paul B. Pedersen, Culture-Centered Counseling

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The book emphasizes the importance of cultural awareness in therapy, arguing that understanding clients' cultural backgrounds enhances treatment effectiveness. Dr. Paul B. Pedersen presents a framework for therapists to identify and transcend cultural assumptions, applicable across various therapeutic models. The accompanying video illustrates how inclusive cultural empathy, with a focus on diverse contexts, contrasts with traditional, individualistic views of empathy, offering a more holistic approach to client care.