In all forms of family therapy with culturally diverse families, it is essential for family therapists to:

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It is essential for family therapists to explore personal biases and values when working with culturally diverse families in order to avoid imposing their own cultural values on the family and to be able to understand and respect the cultural values of the family being served. It is not effective or appropriate to memorize variations among cultural groups or to utilize standard approaches without considering individual cultural contexts. Making assumptions in order to generalize treatment among cultural groups can also be harmful and perpetuate stereotypes rather than promoting understanding and respect for diverse cultural perspectives.

In All Forms of Family Therapy with Culturally Diverse Families