Does Cultural Competence Matter in Therapy?
- Rochelle Steinwurtzel, Psy.D
- Aug 10
- 1 min read
Cultural competence in therapy isn’t about agreeing with someone’s beliefs. It’s about understanding the experiences, values, history, and identity that shape their life.
When a therapist lacks that understanding, clients may spend valuable time explaining or defending parts of who they are instead of focusing on healing.
Feeling seen and understood can strengthen trust, deepen connection, and create a more effective therapeutic relationship.
Gesher Community Care
Everyone deserves a space where they can bring their full self into the room.
At Gesher Community Care, we believe culturally informed care matters because people heal best when they feel understood.
