LGBTQIA & Sexual Orientation
The articles in this category center on the experiences of clients as they discover, question, and explore their romantic and sexual identities in today's social environment. They include reflections from LGBTQIA individuals on the messaging they received from society and loved ones that shaped their internal understandings of who they are. Examine what psychotherapists should know about working with LGBTQIA clients in affirming therapy that's free of judgement and bias.
VIDEO: Doing Your Best Work with LGBTQ Clients
The Myth of Sex Addiction, Common Mistakes, and More
"Okay, I'm gay, I'm married, I have three kids, and I'm not getting divorced." One therapist's approach with mixed orientation marriage. Read more
When a male client in a heterosexual relationship confesses that he has sex with men, the therapist must understand he's not necessarily closeted. Read more
Today’s LGBTQ+ community has exploded in size, and therapists working in progressive, urban communities will likely see clients whose approach to sex... Read more
"Even though I’d been out as a gay man for decades, I still felt disgust at my erotic interests. Although several therapists over the years had told me I... Read more
It’s a topic that has been at the center of countless debates, both rational and irrational. Is there a clear biological difference between the heterosexual... Read more
Psychotherapy Networker Founder Rich Simon asks neurobiologist Louann Brizendine about sexual orientation and the brain Read more
A middle-aged man facing the challenge of coming out explores the uncharted territory of a "mixed-orientation marriage" Read more
A case study examines the differences between sexual orientation and behavior and what really happens when straight men sleep with men. Read more
In 2004, the outing of New Jersey Governor James McGreever brought widespread attention to the new "mixed marriage ." But the issues such couples struggle with... Read more
From the Networker archives, a therapist discusses homophobia within clinical practice. Read more
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