conflicts in self-perceptions
obstacles to the growth of a healthy GLB identity
dealing with the trauma and anxiety that result from discrimination
using semi-hypnotic visualization to treat internalized homophobia
helping bisexuals decide whether to come out or to "pass"
coping with internalized homophobic messages
dealing with heterosexism in the workplace or at school Section II: Homework, Handouts, and Activities for Relationship Issues will help you and your clients understand and work on issues involving:
choosing the right partner
intimacy and gender roles
financial stability
assimilation, queer pride, and everything in between
how ethnicity and coupling impact sexual identity
negotiating a healthy open relationship
sexual concerns, sexual dysfunction, and pleasuring
sexual role values for bisexual and lesbian womenSection III: Homework, Handouts, and Activities for Gender, Ethnic, and Sexual Identity Issues addresses "who am I" issues:
sexual orientation and gender identity
the intersection of sexual and ethnic identity
oppression on multiple fronts
gender exploration for lesbiansSection IV: Homework, Handouts, and Activities for Specific Issues tackles concepts including:
enhancing resilience through spirituality
reconciling with religion
spiritual wellness and the spiritual autobiography
body image disturbances
unwanted sexual behavior
creating a safety plan in case of same-sex domestic violence
alienation and finding a caring community
medication adherence for HIV+ clients
the difficulties faced by coupled lesbians with children
family care planning
addiction and recovery
healing from the wounds of homophobia
relationships with ex-partners
managing workplace stressIf you're new to treating lesbian, gay, and bisexual clients you'll find rich material, based in current literature, to guide your work. If you've already worked extensively with LGBT clients, the activities and fresh, innovative strategies in The Therapist's Notebook for Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients will expand and invigorate your skills.