It’s unlikely that you’ll share the same culture, race, ethnicity, sexuality and gender as all of your clients. If you do, that’s really great! If you don’t, there is some work to be done to bridge the gaps created by having differing identities. Here are a few resources that speak to that:

• This research article on Ten Considerations in Addressing Cultural Differences (I want to know if you believe in the universalist, particularist or transcendist model)

• This light article on 10 tips for addressing cultural differences in clinical work

• This fun podcast episode on affirming queer identity (I’ve shared this one before)

…and any other resources you utilize for navigating cultural and identity divides between you and your clients. Let’s explore together.

PS: Check out 2021 and 2022 posts on this topic.