Affirmative Psychotherapy and Counseling for Lesbians and Gay Men
Affirmative Psychotherapy and Counseling for Lesbians and Gay Men offers a broad base of research, practice, and advocacy information about the special counseling needs of gays and lesbians. Authors Jeffrey N. Chernin and Melissa R. Johnson discuss universal themes as they apply to lesbian and gay clients, as well as issues unique to lesbians and gay men, including the treatment of same-sex couples and families, ethnic minority issues, and living with HIV/AIDS. They present sensible...
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"Affirmative Psychotherapy and Counseling for Lesbians and Gay Men is a necessary and powerful tool for any psychotherapist working with lesbians and gays. It is filled with useful information that is insightful and timely. Readers will appreciate the clinical examples, as they capture the need for caring and competent professionals. In our day prejudice and its often violent outcomes is seen just about everywhere. It is indeed refreshing to see a new book on psychotherapy that confronts this divisive human tendency and begins to chart a course that will help heal gays and lesbians who are in need." --Kevin C. Krycka, Psy.D., Psychology Chair, Seattle University "This is an excellent guide for psychotherapy with gay and lesbian clients! This book provides thoughtful case studies suggesting possible interventions for positive identity development within a gay-friendly therapeutic environment."--Rik Isensee, LCSW, author of Reclaiming Your LifeAffirmative Psychotherapy and Counseling for Lesbians and Gay Men offers a broad base of research, practice, and advocacy information about the special counseling needs of gays and lesbians. Authors Jeffrey N. Chernin and Melissa R. Johnson discuss universal themes as they apply to lesbian and gay clients, as well as issues unique to lesbians and gay men, including the treatment of same-sex couples and families, ethnic minority issues, and living with HIV/AIDS. They present sensible information on how to provide a safe therapeutic environment and how to interpret and apply psychological assessments. Emphasizing practical application, this indispensable guidebookincludes Research examples and numerous case studies Definitions of relevant terminology The context in which lesbians and gay men live Information on several lesbian and gay subcultures An explanation of ethical and legal issues An appendix with a variety of resources for lesbian and gay male clients Designed for psychologists, social workers, and counselors who have gay or lesbian clients, Affirmative Psychotherapy and Counseling for Lesbians and Gay Men is also essential reading for advanced clinical students and continuing education practitioners in psychology, social work, and counseling.
AcknowledgmentsPrefacePt. ILesbian and Gay Life: Definitions, Coming Out, and Identity Development11Terminology and Identity Development32Youth, Elderly, Ethnic Minority, and Lesbian/Gay Subcultures22Pt. IIAffirmative Psychotherapy and Counseling in Individual, Couple, and Group Modalities613Creating the Foundation for Affirmative Psychotherapy: Environment, Language, Assessment Instruments, and Training and Education634Affirmative Individual Psychotherapy: Themes and Issues775Treatment Issues for Couples and Families1156Group Psychotherapy and Support Groups for Lesbians and Gay Men1507Ethical and Legal Considerations for Affirmative Psychotherapy172AppResources for Lesbian and Gay Male Clients197References213Index227About the Authors233
