This article explores the unique mental health needs and help-seeking behaviors of international students studying in the United States, emphasizing the importance of culturally sensitive interventions. Key topics discussed include the role of acculturation in mental health, the impact of social support and perceived discrimination, and cultural influences on service utilization. The article highlights the need for comprehensive support systems that foster inclusion, address discrimination, and enhance well-being. Additionally, it introduces the concept of transnational identity development, examining how international students navigate their identities across cultural boundaries and the implications for mental health. Recommendations for counselors include culturally sensitive assessment, targeted acculturation support, collaboration with community services, and the use of narrative therapy to explore transnational experiences and redefine identity. We also provide a case study illustrating the application of these strategies in supporting an international student’s mental health through the lens of transnational identity development.
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October 2024
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October 31 2024
Navigating Cultural Crossroads: Supporting International Students’ Mental Health Through the Lens of Transnational Identity Development
Claudia Calder;
1 College of Business, Education and Professional Studies, Albany State University
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Chia-Min Ho
Chia-Min Ho
2 Department of Counseling and Educational Psychology, Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi
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Journal of Mental Health Counseling (2024) 46 (4): 291–312.
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Claudia Calder, Chia-Min Ho; Navigating Cultural Crossroads: Supporting International Students’ Mental Health Through the Lens of Transnational Identity Development. Journal of Mental Health Counseling 1 October 2024; 46 (4): 291–312. doi: https://doi.org/10.17744/mehc.46.4.03
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