Asian American Psychology and Psychotherapy: Intergenerational Trauma, Betrayal, and Liberation [Hardcover]

Asian American Psychology and Psychotherapy: Intergenerational Trauma, Betrayal, and Liberationis an essential resource for understanding the twofold battle many Asian Americans face of anti-Asian racism and intergenerational trauma. Drawing from liberation psychology and cultural betrayal trauma theory, it rightly situates Asian American trauma in its historical and cultural context. It also presents a liberatory approach to counseling that disrupts the inherent power differential between therapist and client, and, in doing so, creates the opportunity for deeper connection and healing. Models for theory, research, practice, and social justice are richly illustrated withtestimoniosand case examples.Shin Shin Tang, PhD has provided psychotherapy to a wide range of Asian and Asian American communities for more than two decades, including to war refugees, adoptees, veterans, international students, immigrants, and subsequent generations. She has also conducted national and international research focusing on the intersection of trauma, gender, and culture. Dr. Tang maintains a private practice in Eugene, Oregon, the traditional homeland of the Kalapuya people. Her website shinshintang.com hosts resources for therapy with Asians and Asian Americans.

Dr. Tangs book is one of the first of its kind to center the voices of Asian diaspora in the context of trauma. She offers rich clinical vignettes and theoretical frameworks that help clinicians new and old develop skills to better serve their Asian American clients. I only wish a book like this had existed when I was in training. Jenny Wang, PhD, licensed psychologist; author of Permission to Come Home: Reclaiming Mental Health as Asian Americans

Informative, insightful, critical, and deeply personal. Shin Shin Tang masterfully integrates research and individual experiences to provide a broader perspective for those trying to navigate Asian American psychology and guidance for providers seelÓÎ