Models for Practice With Immigrants and Refugees: Collaboration, Cultural Awareness, and Integrative Theory

Designed to establish a foundational framework for working with trauma-exposed immigrants and refugees, this important work introduces innovative approaches to address client mental health problems while supporting adjustment to life in a new country. This practice-oriented book emphasizes the relevance of Western approaches while reorienting Western concepts to be more culturally sensitive from a domestic and international perspective. Grounded in critical thinking and strengthened by an ecological systems perspective, the book presents six different models for applying and integrating Western theory and related practice strategies for working with individuals, families, groups, communities, organizations, volunteers, and local workforces. 

Table of Contents:
UNIT I. BASIC DEFINITIONS AND CONSTRUCTS Chapter 1: Defining the immigrant and refugee populations - Chang-Muy Key terms Assessment/Eligibility stage Post Decision assistance Citizenship Reflection Questions Case Study Chapter 2: The context of migration: Pre-arrival, migration and resettlement experiences - Hilado Introduction The Migration Process Pre-migration experiences Experiences in transit based on immigration status Post-migration resettlement: The refugee experience Key elements of adjustment Implications for the field Case Study Reflective Questions Summative Points Glossary Chapter 3: Physical and mental health stabilization: The importance of wellbeing in the adjustment of new immigrants - Hilado & Allweiss Health Considerations Mental Health Conderations UNIT II. THEORETICAL ORIENTATIONS AND RE-ORIENTATION Chapter 4: Transnational practice as the client’s process: Reorienting practice with an integrative theoretical approach to practice with immigrants and Refugees - Lundy & Hilado Defining Transnational Practice Relevance of a Transnational Perspective for Direct Practice Historical Perspective: A look back at perspectives applied to immigrants Defining transnational practice as the client’s process Western theoretical approaches: Current foundations for practice Examination of methods for adapting practice methods to focus on transnational processes Implications for professionals Reflective Questions Critical Thinking Exercises Case Study Summative Points Chapter 5: The perception and experience of everyday discrimination among U.S. Immigrants - Brettell Group vs. Personal Discrimination Contexts of Everyday Discrimination: The Workplace Contexts of Everyday Discrimination: Neighborhoods and Communities Coping with Discrimination: Forbearance or Confrontation? Conclusion Summative Points Case Study Reflective Questions Chapter 6: Postcolonial feminist social work perspective: Additional considerations for immigrant and refugee populations - Deepak A Postcolonial Feminist Social Work Perspective Risk Factors for Poor Mental Health Outcomes Globalization and Global Inequality U.S. Immigration Policies of Detention and Deportation Mental Health Promotion through Collective Resistance and Empowerment Resistance to Economic Insecurity Resisting Deportation and Detention Becoming Stronger Allies Implications for Mental Health Providers UNIT III. INTERVENTION MODALITIES USING AN INTEGRATIVE APPROACH Chapter 7: Practice with Individuals - Hilado The Evolution of Practice with Individuals Central themes when conducting therapy with trauma-exposed immigrants and refugees Practice considerations with trauma-exposed immigrants and refugees Culturally-sensitive direct practice with immigrants and refugees Summative Points Glossary Chapter 8: Practice with families - Lundy Literature Review Relevance of the Family for Immigrants and Refugees Stages of Migration Common Problems and Potential Harm with Impaired Family Connections Provider Response and the Application of Practice Principals Chapter 9: Support and psychoeducational groups for immigrant women: a working model - Lundy, Rodgers, Sanchez, Simon & Egan History and Focus of El Manual de Salud Emocional (Manual of Emotional Health) Stages of Migration and Resultant Difficulties Topics and Activities for the Immigrant Women’s Groups Discussion and Implications for Future Groups Chapter 10: Community practice - Goodman, Letiecq, Vesely, Marquez & Layva The Meaning of Community Why Community Practice? Theoretical Foundations Community “Best Practices”: Working in Partnership with Transnational Populations Collaborative and Community-Driven Application of Community-Based Practices Implications for Professionals Working in Community-Based Settings Chapter 11: Organizational practice - Hilado Introduction The Cultural Mergence Model Multilevel Elements of the Cultural Mergence Model Application with Trauma-Exposed New Immigrants Chapter 12: Preparing an local and volunteer workforce - Buller, Chankroesna, Socheat, Chanthao, Sreytha, & Hilton Introduction Setting the context Ecological Framework for analysis: An integrative approach to training Setting the scene and planning and building the foundations for effective capacity building Professional preparation prior to departure Facilitating a Learning and Training Needs Assessment (LTNA) Reflective Questions Summative Points Glossary UNIT IV. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS WITH TRAUMA-EXPOSED IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES Chapter 13: Defining Trauma; Practical application with vulnerable and trauma-exposed immigrant populations and survivors of torture Refugee Trauma and the Challenges Facing Forced Émigrés and Transnational Migrants Detrimental Effects of Torture Multiple domains of marginalization Interdisciplinary Treatment of Torture Survivors and Forced Émigrés Conclusion Chapter 14: Practice applications with women - Fong, Wachter & Heffron Introduction Working with Migrant Women Experiencing Intimate Partner Violence, Sexual Violence, and Human Trafficking Working with Women Experiencing Sexual Violence and Intimate Partner Violence Conclusion Chapter 15: Practical applications with LGBTQ immigrants - Ramirez The Importance of Language Defining sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression Identity Formation and Practice Considerations Sexual Identity: The Cass Model (1979) A Context for LGBTQ Health Theory to Practice Integration The Gay Affirmative Practice Framework Applying a trauma-informed lens when working with LGBTQ immigrants and refugees Final Thoughts Summative Points Chapter 16: Practice applications with Immigrant and Refugee Youth - Benson, Abdi, & Ford-Paz Children and Trauma Migration, Trauma, loss and Displacement and Resilience among refugee and immigrant children Refugee and Immigrant Mental Health Symptoms and Service Utilization Barriers to Mental Health Care Access Strategies for Improving Services for Refugee and Immigrant Children Example of a culturally responsive trauma-focused treatment program for refugee youth Case Study Summative Points Reflective Questions UNIT V. CONSOLIDATION Chapter 17: Maintaining critical consciousness, collaborative accompaniment and cultural humility: The common denominators of transnational practice - Hilado & Lundy Introduction Relevance of pre-migration and post-migration experiences The role of culture Transnational Practice: A culturally-relevant approach to supporting immigrant and refugee clients. Treatment modalities: Lessons learned Specific needs among immigrant and refugee communities: Lessons learned The common denominators of transnational practice Collaborating and connecting: Building a transnational workforce Reflective Questions Chapter 18: Social justice and implications for the field - Lundy & van Wormer The Current Migration Crisis Social Work’s Rich History Social Work is a Global, Human Rights Profession Human Needs and Human Rights A Structural Framework for Settlement Practice War Refugees: Trauma Related to Terror and Persecution Environmental Refugees: Trauma Related to Natural Disasters The Plight of Immigrant Children in the United States A Framework for Trauma-Informed Care Implications for Social Workers Micro Issues Macro Issues Reflective Questions