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Working with Black / African American Clients

In the U.S., 13.2% or 45 million people identify as African American, but there are fewer than 8,000 practicing Black counselors

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  • There are about 42 million African American individuals in the U.S., which makes up about 13% of the population

  • African Americans that are under the poverty line are two times greater to have mental health issues

  • Only 25% of African Americans seek mental health care, compared to 40% of Caucasian Americans

  • African American communities across the US are culturally diverse, with immigrants from African nations, the Caribbean, Central America, and other countries.

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