Dr. Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu
Multicultural Learning
Being open, curious, and humble allows us to move beyond assumptions and stereotypes, helping us understand and respond to the needs of diverse individuals. Mindful compassion and cultural awareness guide meaningful interactions and promote growth in both personal and professional contexts.

Articles & Interviews
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Murphy-Shigematsu, S. (2005). Whose Responsibility? Therapists and Clients in a Multicultural World. Japanese Journal of Family Therapy, Vol 22 No 3, 2005, pp. 224—227 (In Japanese). 
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Murphy-Shigematsu, S. (2005). Reflections on the Responsibility in Therapist and Client from the Perspective of Multicultural Counseling. Japanese Journal of Family Therapy, Vol 22 No 1, 2005, pp. 17—19 (In Japanese). 
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Murphy-Shigematsu, S. (2002). Psychological Barriers for International Students in Japan. International Journal for the Advancement of Counseling. 24: 19—30. 
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“Cultural Psychiatry and Minority Identities in Japan: A Constructivist Narrative Approach to Therapy.” Psychiatry: Interpersonal and Biological Processes, February 2000, 63(4):371-84 
Books
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Multicultural Encounters