ABSTRACT

The clinical and practical needs of people of color who come to private practitioners are diverse. Issues of coming out, spirituality, multiple identity, and gender role take on unique characteristics with persons of different racial and ethnic backgrounds. This chapter covers practical considerations clinicians are encouraged to stay mindful of when working with clients of different racial and cultural backgrounds, including social class, race, and boundary issues. [Article copies available for a fee from The Haworth Document Delivery Service: 1-800-342-9678. E-mail address: getinfo@haworthpressinc.corn]