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At each level (physiological, developmental, psychological, gender identity and sexual orientation, relational, cultural/contextual, and positive sexuality), authors Christine Murray, Amber Pope, and Ben Willis emphasize practical strategies for assessment and intervention. Interactive features, including case studies, application exercises, ethics discussions, and guided reflection questions, help readers apply and integrate the information as they develop the professional competency needed for effective practice. "Sexuality Counseling: Theory, Research, and Practice is an important resource for mental health practitioners. Sexuality is complex and rather than attempting to simplify, this book works within that complexity in a well-organized and comprehensive way." -- Alexandra H. Solomon "[This is] a comprehensive, multimodal text that works to provide counseling students and those in the field of social work with practical skills to empower their clients to make positive changes in their sexual lives." -- Matthew K. Siemionko "An inclusive and coherent resource which will prove invaluable in preparing to work with clients concerned with issues of sexuality and intimacy." -- Sue Becker

Sexuality Counseling: Theory, Research, and Practice

Series Editors' Preface: Introduction to the Series, by Richard Parsons and Naijian Zhang

Acknowledgments

About the Authors

Chapter 1: Addressing Sexuality in Professional Counseling

Defining Sexuality

A Comprehensive, Contextual Framework for Understanding Sexuality

Professional Issues in Sexuality Counseling

Professional Competence in Sexuality Counseling

Ethical Considerations for Sexuality Counseling

Interdisciplinary Collaborations for Sexuality Counseling

Overview of the Remainder of This Book

Chapter 2: Assessment in Sexuality Counseling

General Assessment Strategies

Dimensions of Assessment in Sexuality Counseling

Physiology

Appendix: Directory of Selected Instruments for Assessing Sexuality

Chapter 3: General Interventions and Theoretical Approaches to Sexuality Counseling

General Guidelines for Sexuality Counseling

Review of Approaches to Sexuality Counseling

Treatment for Specific Sexuality Concerns and Using Unique Treatment Modalities

Treatment Outcomes in Sexuality Counseling

Chapter 4: Physiology and Sexual Health

Overview of Physiology and Anatomy Related to Sexual Functioning

Safer Sex Practices

Physical Health Issues

Reproductive Health

Chapter 5: Lifespan Development and Sexuality

Sexuality Across the Life Cycle: An Overview

Sexuality in Childhood

Sexuality in Adolescence

Sexuality in Adulthood

Chapter 6: Sexuality and Mental Health

Sexual Decision Making

Sexual Implications of Mental Health Disorders

Substance Abuse and Sexuality

Sexual Dysfunctions

Sexual Trauma

Chapter 7: Gender Identity and Affectional/Sexual Orientation

Defining Gender Identity and Affectional/Sexual Orientation

Historical, Societal, and Cultural Context

Traditional Sexual Ideologies

Gender Identity

Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Affectional Orientations

Ethical Concerns in Working With LGBTIQQA Clients

Chapter 8: Sexuality and Intimate Relationships

The Dynamics of Couple Relationships

Integrating Sexuality Counseling With Couples Counseling

Sexuality Counseling for Specific Relationship Concerns

Chapter 9: Cultural and Contextual Influences on Sexuality

An Intersectional Approach to Understanding Culture and Sexuality

Religion and Sexuality

Race, Culture, Ethnicity, and Sexuality

Socioeconomic Status and Sexuality

Sexuality and Geographic and Regional Variations

Sexuality and the Media

Counseling Strategies for Addressing Cultural and Contextual Influences on Sexuality

Chapter 10: Positive Sexuality: A New Paradigm for Sexuality Counseling

Defining Positive Sexuality

Factors Supporting Positive Sexuality: Revisiting the Contextualized Sexuality Model

Benefits of Positive Sexuality

Counseling Strategies to Help Clients Foster Positive Sexuality

Epilogue: From the Author's Chair

References

Index