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In what ways do you personally experience the manifestations of power and privilege in your life? As an African American woman from the middle class, identifying as Christian, non-disabled, and residing in North America, I encounter both privilege and oppression. I benefit from privileges associated with my race, socioeconomic status, Christian faith, nationality, absence of disabilities, and alignment with my gender identity. Simultaneously, I face oppression due to my identity as a black female. These aspects of privilege and oppression intersect and shape each other (Crisp, 2018). By acknowledging my experiencing both privilege and oppression based on my identity as an African American, middle-class, Christian, nondisabled, North American, black female. This recognition reflects an awareness of societal structures where factors like race, socioeconomic status, religion, nationality, ability, and gender identity confer advantages or disadvantages. The power dynamic is evident in understanding how these intersecting elements shape my personal experiences within broader systemic patterns. A good example I like to tell my juvenile probation clients is that I did not graduate from high school, and I was told I was not smart enough to obtain a college degree in psychology. My privilege is that I as a female I have a great opportunity to attend college and my power is that I not only obtain my BA in psychology, but I obtained my master’s as well and I am currently working on my second master’s degree in MFT. How do you perceive and comprehend your own power and privilege? This recognition is rooted in an awareness of societal structures where elements such as race, socioeconomic status, religion, nationality, ability, and gender identity contribute to either advantages or disadvantages. One advantage is that I am the expert of my story which has been filled with learning experiences that can be shared as wisdom to the younger generation. How do you actively acknowledge and navigate your privilege when collaborating with clients who have disabilities? When a family therapist becomes part of a system, there's a potential for a power differential that should be acknowledged and addressed to prevent harm. To counter this, therapists can proactively invite feedback from family members about the effectiveness of therapy. Like other privileges, awareness of one's power is crucial, and mental health practitioners, despite studying power dynamics, may inadvertently overlook or resist acknowledging their own influence within the therapeutic process (Prilleltensky, 2008). When collaborating with clients who have disabilities, actively acknowledging and navigating privilege involves cultivating self-awareness, educating oneself about different disabilities, listening actively to clients, avoiding assumptions, providing accessible services, advocating for accessibility, challenging ableism, collaborating with clients to set goals, and continuously reflecting and learning. This ongoing process aims to create a more inclusive and respectful therapeutic environment. In what ways can telehealth prove advantageous for clients with disabilities and those who lack access to transportation? Telehealth can benefit clients with disabilities and those without transportation by providing remote access to healthcare services. This offers advantages such as eliminating the need for physical travel,

increasing accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges, and enabling those in remote locations to receive healthcare. Additionally, telehealth can reduce barriers related to transportation costs and time constraints, making healthcare more convenient and accessible for a broader range of individuals, including those with disabilities. Reflection: The therapist's responsibility in and out of the therapy room regarding power and privilege involves actively acknowledging and addressing these dynamics. Inside the therapy room, the therapist must create a safe, inclusive space, recognizing power differentials and promoting client empowerment. Outside the therapy room, they should engage in ongoing self-reflection, education, and advocacy to dismantle systemic inequalities and contribute to a more just and equitable society. This dual responsibility entails a commitment to ethical, culturally competent practice and a dedication to social awareness and justice. Catherine Crisp. (2014). White and lesbian: intersections of privilege and oppression. Journal of Lesbian Studies , 18 (2). Prilleltensky, I. (2008). The role of power in wellness, oppression, and liberation: The promise of psychopolitical validity. Journal of Community Psychology , 36 (2), 116–136. https://doi.org/10.1002/jcop.20225

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