Critically Examining Black Students’ Preparation to Counsel White Clients

Authors

Natoya Hill Haskins, The University of GeorgiaFollow
Rosemary E. Phelps, The University of GeorgiaFollow
Candice Crowell, The University of GeorgiaFollow

Document Type

Article

Keywords

African American, Counselor Preparation, White Clients, Counselor Education

Subject Area

Counselor Education

Abstract

Abstract

This study explored how Black students are prepared to counsel White clients in two predominantly White universities. Data analysis revealed five themes, which exposed Black students’ preparation experiences: (a) relevant content excluded, (b) stereotyping experienced, (c) authenticity challenged, (d) counter spaces should be included, and (e) cultural sensitivity of faculty warrants increase. The authors discuss implications of the study’s findings for educators as well as limitations and recommendations for future research.

DOI

http://dx.doi.org/10.7729/73.1077

Recommended Citation

Haskins, N. H., Phelps, R. E., & Crowell, C. (2015). Critically Examining Black Students’ Preparation to Counsel White Clients. Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision, 7(3). http://dx.doi.org/10.7729/73.1077