Handbook of Multicultural Counseling [Paperback]

Joseph G Ponterotto (Editor), J. Manuel Casas (Editor), Lisa A. Suzuki (Editor), Charlene M. Alexander (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 24, 2009 | ISBN-10: 1412964326 | ISBN-13: 978-1412964326 | Edition: Third Edition

Praise for the Second Edition:

“This book is one of the best that I’ve read in the field! You can’t get much better than this.” ———Leo Wilton, SUNY Binghamton

“I have to say that I really love this book. I find it has a clear and consistent focus.
—Kyle Colling, Montana State University Billings

Widely respected as the classic text in the field, the Handbook of Multicultural Counseling is the world’s most cited work on multicultural counseling. The new Third Edition is completely updated and expanded, with 53 brand new chapters covering state-of-the art advances in theory, ethics, research, measurement, and clinical practice and assessment in multicultural counseling and therapy. Contributing chapter authors represent nationally and internationally renowned researchers, clinicians, administrators, and social justice advocates.

Features of the Third Edition:

• Latest developments on theory, research, and measurement of racial, ethnic, multiracial, and gay/lesbian identity development
• An expanded research section covering quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research designs
• New chapters outlining how to both design and translate psychological instruments for multicultural research
• The latest ethical updates with regard to practice and research
• Applied guidelines for clinical practice and assessment across the lifespan
• Recent advances in multicultural career counseling across the lifespan
• Updates on spirituality and multicultural counseling
• Twelve new life-stories of multicultural pioneers who have helped shape the advancement of multicultural practice, research, and social advocacy

The Handbook of Multicultural Counseling, Third Edition can be used as a core textbook for graduate counseling students as well as a critical resource for counselors and other mental health professionals who are seeking to improve their competence in treating a culturally diverse clientele.

Editorial Reviews

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This is an excellent book. (Dr. Alicia Lamberghini-West 20090925)

About the Author

Joe Ponterotto is Professor and Coordinator of the Counseling Psychology Program at Fordham University’s Graduate School of Education. Prior to his arrival at Fordham in 1987, he was Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Active in APA and ACA, Joe is also the author of numerous journal articles and books and coeditor of Sage’s Handbook of Multicultural Counseling.

Lisa Suzuki conducts research in the area of multicultural assessment in particular understanding how culture impacts the process of cognitive assessment. Her work also focuses on the usage of qualitative research strategies with diverse ethnocultural groups. She serves as an Associate Editor of The Counseling Psychologist, Consulting Editor of The Journal of Psychological Assessment, and Consulting Editor of The Asian Journal of Counseling. She is senior co-editor of the Handbook of Multicultural Assessment now in its third edition (with Joseph Ponterotto) and co editor of The Handbook of Multicultural Counseling (with Joseph Ponterotto, Manuel Casas, and Charlene Alexander) also in its third edition. She is co-author of Intelligent Testing with Minority Students (with Richard Valencia) and co-editor of Using Qualitative Methods in Psychology (with Mary Kopala). Suzuki currently co-editing a text (with Donna Nagata and Laura Kohn-Wood) entitled Qualitative Strategies with Ethnocultural Populations to be published by APA Books. She is currently working with Jacqueline Mattis and a group of doctoral students on a study focusing on meaning making among survivors of the Holocaust in collaboration with Elizabeth Edelstein of the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City. Suzuki is the recipient of the Distinguished Contribution bestowed by the Asian American Psychological Association (2006) and the Visionary Leadership Award from the National Multicultural Conference and Summit (2007). Suzuki served as the Vice-President of Diversity and Public Interest for the Society of Counseling Psychology (Division 17) of the American Psychological Association (2002-2005). Suzuki received her doctorate in Counseling Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1992 and has taught in the counseling psychology programs at Fordham University and the University of Oregon.

Product Details

• Paperback: 848 pages
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc; Third Edition edition (August 24, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1412964326
• ISBN-13: 978-1412964326
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 1.3 x 10 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #148,513 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Joseph G. Ponterotto, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and a Professor of Counseling Psychology in Fordham University's Graduate School of Education, New York City. He currently is Coordinator of Fordham University's Mental Health Counseling Program. Dr. Ponterotto is an active psychological consultant to K-12 schools, colleges and universities, mental health agencies, hospitals, among other organizations, and he is the co-author or co-editor of 13 books and roughly 100 peer-reviewed journal articles in psychology and counseling. Dr. Ponterotto maintains a small psychotherapy practice focusing on the interface of personal issues, family issues, and career development within a socio-cultural context. His latest book is "A Psychobiography of Bobby Fischer: Understanding the Genius, Mystery, and Psychological Decline of a World Chess Champion" (2012, Charles C Thomas Publisher, LTD.) One of Dr. Ponterotto's clincial areas is helping chess prodigies and other gifted and talented individuals negotiate balance in their life while pursuing their individual gifts.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars State of the Art September 12, 2001

By Edward Delgado

Format:Paperback

This book embodies what multicultural counseling is all about, the state of the art. Not only are the most recent empirical findings and directions presented, but we are also treated to the real life narratives of prominent multicultural counselors (in particular I really enjoyed Janet Helms and her sense of humor). In my opinion this is the perfect melding of head and heart/soul and represents both science and art. My gratitude goes out to the 85 people who have put this important work together. This book is a must have.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars understanding complexities of human backgrounds June 10, 2007

By W Boudville HALL OF FAMETOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Format:Paperback

The book offers a global perspective on multiculturalism. Showing a complex interplay of how individuals construct their identities from multiple sources. This is reinforced by a varied choice of authors who have contributed to this book.

Several authors speak on their personal experiences, offering these as examples of diversity. One example is Nadya Fouad. She said that she could "pass" for white. But she also identifies strongly with her mother's Brazilian culture, and calls herself hispanic. But she also has an Arab surname. Another example was Daya Sandhu. His parents were Sikhs from Pakistan. Who had to flee to India due to discrimination from Muslims.

Such examples of contributors enrich the book, by letting the reader develop an awareness of and a sensitivity to the subtleties of human backgrounds.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, but lacking... July 18, 2010

By Michael

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This is a good book for those studying multicultural issues today. I don't know that I was able to glean as much information as I have gotten from other class materials and books though. It's easy to read, but to me it was lacking information that could be very useful for counselors and for studying different ethnic groups.