Full Description
This book provides a framework for affirmative, empirically supported cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with lesbian, gay, and bisexual clients. Guidelines for competent assessment and treatment are integrated with practical descriptions of widely used CBT applications. In addition to presenting powerful treatment tools for depression, anxiety, and other problems encountered by gay and straight clients alike, the book offers clear-cut guidance on helping individuals and couples cope with the stresses of sexual minority status. Rich case illustrations bring to life the diversity of lesbian and gay communities, highlighting commonalities as well as differences among the issues that clients bring to therapy. Filling a crucial gap in the literature, this is an important resource for therapists in a range of settings, from CBT newcomers to experienced practitioners. Appendices include resources and sample client and therapist forms.
Winner--APA Division 44 Distinguished Book Award in Lesbian, Gay, and/or Bisexual Psychology
Contents
Preface
1. Specific Developmental Challenges for Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Individuals
2. Cognitive-Behavioral Assessment
3. The Basics of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies
4. Treating Depression
5. Anxiety Disorders
6. Couple Therapies
7. Consideration of Other Disorders and Problems
8. Emerging Behavioral and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies
9. Ethical Considerations and Clinical Judgment
10. The Past and the Future of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy with Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients
Appendix I. Resources
Appendix II. Frequency and Acceptability of Partner Behavior
Appendix III. IBCT Feedback Session Summary Sheet
Notes
References
Index
