Diversity and Addictions Counselling
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2022
Pages: 250
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This book offers a diverse, inclusive approach to addictions counselling by addressing the unique needs of marginalized populations. Covering topics such as race, gender diversity, LGBTQ+ identities, immigration, disability, Indigenous healing, and spirituality, each chapter provides practical insights for culturally responsive and socially just counselling practices.
Chapter 1 Framing the Book and Its Themes
by Toupey Luft
Chapter 2 Working With People of African Descent in Addictions Counselling
by Sandra Dixon
Chapter 3 The Counselling Needs of LGBTQ+ Clients
by Renée Dumas
Chapter 4 Looking Through a Gender Diverse Lens at Addictions Counselling
by Erin Kardolus
Chapter 5 Working With Immigrants in Addictions Counselling
by Kathleen Bragas
Chapter 6 Helping Immigrants and Refugees Heal From Trauma and Addictions
by Rita Ortiz-Waschmann
Chapter 7 Working With Issues of Social Class and Socioeconomic Status
by Callista Chasse
Chapter 8 Moving Toward Reconciliation: Indigenous Approaches to Addictions Counselling and Psychotherapy
by Nevada Ouellette-Young Pine and Stephanie Tipple
Chapter 9 People With Disabilities and Addiction
by Noëlla Piquette
Chapter 10 Addiction, Religion, and Spirituality
by Peter Doherty
Chapter 11 A Critical Look at Sex Addiction Through the Lens of Diversity
by Kathleen LaRocque
Dr. Toupey Luft has specialized in understanding the needs of marginalized groups in both research and practice. Her work on mentors in teen girls’ lives earned her a National Doctoral Fellowship with SSHRC. Toupey has been a Registered Psychologist for the past 16 years and is currently examining how systemic oppression affects wellness and resilience. She is passionate about counsellor education and has weaving research and practice knowledge with her teaching.