Handbook of affirmative psychotherapy with lesbians and gay men

Abstract

Part I: Biosocial, Cultural, and Political Foundations. Heterosexist Oppression: A Fundamental Reality. Concepts of Sexual Orientation. Sexual Orientations: Origins and Influences. Sexual Orientation and the Law. Part II: Identity Formation and Psychologcial Development. Theories of Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Identity Formation. Issues for Sexual Minority Adolescents. Midlife and Later-Life Issues for Sexual Minority Adults. Part III: Affirmative Practice. Psychodiagnostic Considerations. Psychotherapeutic Applications for Identity Formation. Sexual Minorities within Other Minority Populations. Career Choice and Development with Sexual Minority Clients. Health and Medical Concerns. Religious Concerns and Spiritual Development. Part IV: Working With Couples and Families. Families of Origin and Coming-Out Issues. Understanding Same-Sex Couples. Sex Therapy with Gay and Lesbian Couples. Families with a Gay, Lesbian, or Bisexual Parent. Resources