Marginalization Experiences of Chinese International Counseling Students in Social and Cultural Diversity Courses

Authors

• Hsin-Ya Tang, The Johns Hopkins UniversityFollow
• Caiwei Tang, Orchard Mental Health GroupFollow
• Hexin Bi, Johns Hopkins UniversityFollow
• Qingyue Zhang, Johns Hopkins UniversityFollow

Author ORCID Identifier

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2559-3274

Document Type

Empirical Research Article

Keywords

counselor education, marginalization, Chinese, international students, diversity training

Subject Area

Counselor Education

Public Significance Statement

This study sheds light on the often-overlooked experiences of Chinese international counseling students navigating social and cultural diversity courses in U.S.-based programs. By listening to their stories, the research uncovers how these students wrestle with cultural differences, feelings of exclusion, and the desire to belong while striving to grow as future counselors. The findings emphasize the urgent need for more culturally sensitive approaches in counselor education, so that all students, regardless of background, feel understood, supported, and empowered. Making these changes can help build a more inclusive and effective counseling profession for everyone.

Recommended Citation

Tang, H., Tang, C., Bi, H., & Zhang, Q. (2026). Marginalization experiences of Chinese international counseling students in social and cultural diversity courses. Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision, 20(2), 1-20.