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Introduction : Every relationship requires sensitivity . And in the field of psychotherapy , the same receptiveness is needed , especially when dealing with clients of different cultures . For the therapeutic relationship to be effective , the task of being culturally competent must be taken up

What is culture and how does it affect psychotherapy

Culture , simply put , is the set of beliefs , values and ethics that a group of people share . It is a factor that must be considered in

br psychotherapy since , firstly , it gives a background of a patient 's perception of issues , his coping and communication styles , and influences the way and extent that a person might ask for help . However the culture is a factor at play not only in the patient 's side , but in the therapist 's too . The way we assess or relate to patients can also be reflective of our culture

What does it mean to be culturally competent

Being culturally competent means achieving optimal ability not only by therapists , but all mental health providers in general , to treat patients from diverse communities

Why is cultural competence important

The concept of cultural competence is based on the hypothesis that psychotherapy is most effective when it done in a culturally-sensitive context . Thus it can help us improve 1 ) multicultural clients ' access to care 2 ) the trusting patient-client relationship and 3 ) the quality of service patients receive

What are the consequences of not achieving it

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