Addressing Challenges Latinos/as Encounter with the LIBRE Problem-Solving Model Listen-Identify-Brainstorm-Reality-test-Encourage
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Norma S. Guerra is a nationally certified school psychologist and a licensed professional counselor-supervisor. Her research interests include social cognitive problem solving, self-regulation, attention, and engagement styles. Dr. Guerra is the author of Clinical Problem Solving Case Management, which addresses attention toward positive change.Written for educators and professionals, this book examines the cultural challenges Latinos/as encounter as they move from one social setting to the next. Problem solving is presented as a skill, strategy, and protective factor in the development of resiliency and self-efficacy.
Preface – Introduction – Portrait of a Latino/a – Problem-Solving Theoretical Framework – Self-Awareness toward Cultural Efficacy – Characteristics and Ethics in Providing Culturally Efficacious Services – LIBRE Model Stick Figure Tool: A Graphic Organizer to Foster Self-Regulated Social Cognitive Problem Solving – LIBRE Model: Engagement Styles in Counseling – LIBRE Model Problem Solver’s Feedback – A Closer Look at College Students: Self-Efficacy and Goal Orientation – Latino/a Partnership – Glossary of Terms