Assignment

Respond to the following question as it relates to the information you read regarding the R/CID (Racial/Cultural Identity Development) Model, posted in this week's Courseweek folder:

   In the Conclusions section of the chapter reading provided on the R/CID Model, it is implied that there has been little written about the racial identity development  of helping professionals.  When you consider the information presented in the R/CID Model, why do you think it is important to explore your own racial/cultural identity as a future professional counselor?  What might be a negative outcome of your not doing this?

Five to 6 sentences.