A self-study : being a white psychologist in an Indian world /

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Author / Creator:Sojonky, Todd, 1962-
Imprint:Bern ; New York : Peter Lang, c2010.
Description:xvi, 191 p. ; 21 cm.
Language:English
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Format: Print Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/8205425
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ISBN:9783034303750 (pbk.)
3034303750 (pbk.)
Notes:Includes bibliographical references.

Who am I as a psychologist? This book examines the role of psychologists in cross- cultural settings and explores the value of self-knowledge in the practice of psychology. Today many indigenous people are still experiencing a colonial type of therapy that is rooted in power imbalances and a managed health care system. Through narrative, story, poetry and psychotherapy this book shows the importance of personal growth and informs the practice of being a good psychologist.' It asks the reader to consider how cross-cultural experiences influence professional psychology discourse and practices as well as to explore the relationships between dominant psychology systems and cultural enactments. Excerpted from A Self-Study: Being a White Psychologist in an Indian World by Todd Sojonky All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.