Abstract
The purpose of this article is to explore some of the issues associated with conducting psychotherapy with low-income clients.
Throughout the article, we draw from our specific clinical experiences working with low-income Latina mothers in a depression
prevention program. The themes that we address regarding class and psychotherapy are in the areas of assessment of social
class, integration of class issues into the therapy process, and managing differences in social class between therapists and
clients. As we discuss these themes, we provide concrete recommendations in order to advance awareness and effectiveness in
working with economically disadvantaged populations.
Throughout the article, we draw from our specific clinical experiences working with low-income Latina mothers in a depression
prevention program. The themes that we address regarding class and psychotherapy are in the areas of assessment of social
class, integration of class issues into the therapy process, and managing differences in social class between therapists and
clients. As we discuss these themes, we provide concrete recommendations in order to advance awareness and effectiveness in
working with economically disadvantaged populations.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Pages 1-9
- DOI 10.1007/s10879-011-9194-0
- Authors
- Saeromi Kim, Counseling Center, Rhode Island College, 130 Craig-Lee Hall, 600 Mt. Pleasant Avenue, Providence, RI 02908-1991, USA
- Esteban Cardemil, Department of Psychology, Clark University, Worcester, MA, USA
- Journal Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy
- Online ISSN 1573-3564
- Print ISSN 0022-0116