Perceptions of Racial Microaggressions Among Black Supervisees in Cross-Racial Dyads

Perceived racial microaggressions by White supervisors were examined through a qualitative analysis of 10 self-identified Black doctoral supervisees in counseling and clinical psychology. Results indicated 7 microaggression themes directed toward this group: (a) invalidating racial-cultural issues,...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of counseling psychology 2007-04, Vol.54 (2), p.142-153
Hauptverfasser: Constantine, Madonna G, Sue, Derald Wing
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Perceived racial microaggressions by White supervisors were examined through a qualitative analysis of 10 self-identified Black doctoral supervisees in counseling and clinical psychology. Results indicated 7 microaggression themes directed toward this group: (a) invalidating racial-cultural issues, (b) making stereotypic assumptions about Black clients, (c) making stereotypic assumptions about Black supervisees, (d) reluctance to give performance feedback for fear of being viewed as racist, (e) focusing primarily on clinical weaknesses, (f) blaming clients of color for problems stemming from oppression, and (g) offering culturally insensitive treatment recommendations. The impact of these racial microaggressions was found to be detrimental to Black trainees, the supervisory relationship, and, indirectly, to clients of color. Implications of the findings are discussed.
ISSN:0022-0167
1939-2168
DOI:10.1037/0022-0167.54.2.142