Learning to be mindful of difference: Teaching systemic skills in cross-cultural encounters

Abstract

In this paper the author shares some of his experiences of teaching in areas of 'race' and culture to mainly white middle-class family therapy and clinical psychology trainees. He presents a framework for a systemic teaching session on working interculturally. Specific exercises are described that trainers can use to design a new session or incorporate into existing ones. It is meant to increase the cultural awareness and sensitivity of trainees with limited experience of cross-cultural therapeutic work. © 2007 The Association for Family Therapy and Systemic Practice.