It Must Be Focused On Cultural Values

Rule # 7

● Making treatment sensitive to religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender differences, culture and ethnicity

● Hiring staff that is reflective of the community and the population that the program serves

● Training staff on how to provide Culturally Competent Services

● Building trust through clear expectations

● Mental health service providers need to incorporate a Cultural Competency Plan, as a guide to the understanding and use of respectful practices