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Eric C Chen¹, Dhruvi Kakkad, Julie Balzano

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Area of Science:

Mental Health
Clinical Psychology
Group Therapy

Background:

Multicultural competence (MC) and evidence-based practice (EBP) are key initiatives in mental health.
Both MC and EBP have generated significant debate regarding clinical training and practice.
There are practical challenges and prospects at the intersection of MC and EBP.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the intersection of multicultural competence and evidence-based practice in mental health.
To offer strategies for group therapists to integrate MC and EBP effectively.
To highlight the importance of cultural adaptation of EBP for diverse client populations.

Main Methods:

Utilizing two case illustrations to examine practical challenges and prospects.
Proposing a framework for group therapists as "local clinical scientists".
Focusing on culturally responsive treatment delivery.

Main Results:

Identified challenges and prospects in combining MC and EBP.
Provided strategies for therapists to act as "local clinical scientists".
Emphasized the need for cultural adaptation of EBP models.

Conclusions:

Cultural adaptation of EBP is essential for accommodating diverse clients' beliefs and behaviors.
Cultural adaptation in group therapy must be grounded in developmental contextualism and social justice.
The integration of MC and EBP advances multicultural competence in group therapy.