ERIC Number: EJ1468523
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025-Apr
Pages: 19
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ISSN: ISSN-1538-1927
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From Roots to Practice: Ongoing Professional Development Experiences of Family Therapists Following Ethnic-Racial Socialization Discussions with Latino Families
Journal of Hispanic Higher Education, v24 n2 p98-116 2025
This qualitative study explored couple/marriage and family therapists' experiences following ethnic-racial socialization conversations with Latino families in therapy. Semi-structured interviews with therapists (n = 20) were conducted. A rigorous thematic analysis revealed how multifaceted contextual influences shaped participants' ongoing professional development, emphasizing growth from experiences and advocacy for justice. The results provide recommendations for enhancing inclusive practices among therapists working with Latino families, leveraging awareness of exposures and interactions across contexts.
Descriptors: Family Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Allied Health Personnel, Counselor Attitudes, Hispanic Americans, Context Effect, Professional Development, Social Justice, Advocacy, Consciousness Raising, Cultural Awareness, Socialization
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Language: English
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Author Affiliations: 1University of San Diego, CA, USA