Handbook of counseling and psychotherapy with lesbian, gay, and bisexual clients / [edited by] Ruperto M. Perez, Kurt A. DeBord, Kathleen J. Bieschke.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Perez, Ruperto M.

DeBord, Kurt A.

Bieschke, Kathleen J.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Counseling.

Psychotherapy.

Lesbians--Counseling of.

Lesbians.

Gay people--Counseling of.

Gay people.

Bisexual people--Counseling of.

Bisexual people.

Bisexuals--Counseling of.

Gays--Counseling of.

Physical Description:

xvi, 484 pages ; 27 cm

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Washington, DC : American Psychological Association, [2000]

Summary:

Thirty Years Ago, when a lesbian, gay, or bisexual person went for therapy, the accepted approach to treatment was to seek a "cure" for the client's homosexual "psychopathology." Today, although the majority of psychologists are accepting and understanding of their gay, lesbian, and bisexual clients, they often lack a comprehensive source of information regarding their experiences.

The Handbook of Counseling and Psychotherapy With Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients is a first of its kind. This innovative volume synthesizes the empirical literature supporting research and practice with lesbian, gay, and bisexual clients; explores the influence of social and historical perspectives; and pays careful attention to critical issues of diversity within LGB communities. This practical sourcebook is an indispensable addition to the libraries of all professionals in psychology, counseling, and social work.

Contents:

Introduction: The Challenge of Awareness, Knowledge, and Action / Ruperto M. Perez, Kurt A. DeBord, Kathleen J. Bieschke 3

I. Social and Theoretical Perspectives 9

Chapter 1 Constructing Identity: The Nature and Meaning of Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Identities / Ellen M. Broido 13

Chapter 2 Coming Out: Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Identity Development / Amy L. Reynolds, William F. Hanjorgiris 35

Chapter 3 "Somewhere in Des Moines or San Antonio": Historical Perspectives on Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Mental Health / Esther D. Rothblum 57

Chapter 4 Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual People of Color: Understanding Cultural Complexity and Managing Multiple Oppressions / Mary A. Fukuyama, Angela D. Ferguson 81

Chapter 5 Applying Counseling Theories to Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients: Pitfalls and Possibilities / Ruth E. Fassinger 107

II. Counseling and Therapy 133

Chapter 6 First Do No Harm: Therapist Issues in Psychotherapy With Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients / Susan L. Morrow 137

Chapter 7 Individual Therapy With Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients / Sari H. Dworkin 157

Chapter 8 Group Counseling Theory and Practice With Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients / Kurt A. DeBord, Ruperto M. Perez 183

Chapter 9 Potential Counseling Concerns of Aging Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients / Augustine Baron, David W. Cramer 207

Chapter 10 Issues in Counseling Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Adolescents / Scott L. Hershberger, Anthony R. D'Augelli 225

Chapter 11 Focus on Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Families / Connie R. Matthews, Suzanne H. Lease 249

Chapter 12 Relationship and Couples Counseling / Shelly M. Ossana 275

III. Relevant Issues for Therapy, Theory, and Research 303

Chapter 13 Programmatic Research on the Treatment of Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients: The Past, the Present, and the Course for the Future / Kathleen J. Bieschke, Mary McClanahan, Erinn Tozer, Jennifer L. Grzegorek, Jeeseon Park 309

Chapter 14 Training Issues and Considerations / Julia C. Phillips 337

Chapter 15 Psychoeducational Programming: Creating a Context of Mental Health for People Who Are Lesbian, Gay, or Bisexual / Barry A. Schreier, Donald L. Werden 359

Chapter 16 Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Vocational Psychology: Reviewing Foundations and Planning Construction / James M. Croteau, Mary Z. Anderson, Teresa M. Distefano, Sheila Kampa-Kokesch 383

Chapter 17 Religion and Spirituality / Mary Gage Davidson 409

Chapter 18 Health Behavior Relevant to Psychotherapy With Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients / Michael R. Kauth, Marcia J. Hartwig, Seth C. Kalichman 435.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

ISBN:

155798610X

OCLC:

41439655