Which of the following statements is TRUE about a therapist who is competent working with diversity issues?

a. A therapist who says, “I don’t have any culture.” and therefore cannot help with diversity issues is competent in diversity issues.
b. A therapist who reports being from a diverse or marginalized group, making them an expert in diversity issues.
c. A therapist who admits handling diversity issues is a career-long struggle and a journey that adds depth to the person-of-the-therapist.
d. A therapist who assumes because they have read about topics in diversity, that they are competent in diversity issues.


ANS: C

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