Instructions- Read the paragraph below and respond choosing the direction you would go in that situation that Richard said.

Richard is a 60 years old and this is his first session. You are able to choose the direction in how you respond to Richard. Remember to embody the principles of multicultural theory.

Hello My name is Richard and I'm 60 years old. Born a beggar. Garbage at my feet. So the only option was Military. I get out, I serve. I see a lady being involved in a murder. DNA. Ended with 30 years. Something, nothing new. Ain't nobody have nobody, but I was in here last time. I don't get the benefits that most people get when an excon gets. A probation officer. Yeah goodbye. You're up in the street. Sorry about that. I had nothing to show. 60 years old nobody gone hire me.

Question 1: Does the response convey to your client knowledge of systemic racism?

Question 2:Does the response reduce potential issues of power and privilege within the client/counselor relationship?

Question 3: Was the response delivered effortlessly and with verbal fluency?