Reviews
“Sex and Gender: Current Clinical Concepts and Practices
is exactly what it promises to be, an up-to-date resource of theoretical and
research literature in the field of sex therapy and gender care that can help
clinicians to expand their knowledge and conceptualization. It is complete with
a range of topic specific discussions, case examples, and clinical resources a
practitioner may utilize in their work. It is well organized and approachable
in direct and informative language that integrates the psychological,
biological, and sociological components of clients’ gender, sexual, and
intimacy difficulties. This is a resource that would be valuable for both the
seasoned sexuality professional and for those who are starting to integrate a
greater exploration of these topics in their practice. It is certainly a ‘must
read’ for mental health professionals working with clients who are presenting
with any sexual concerns.”
-R.
Brian Denton, PsyD, PhD; Assistant Professor/Clinical Faculty at University
Hospitals Department of Urology, Cleveland, OH. Co-author of Mindfulness
in Clinical Practice
“Peterson, Bley, and contributors offer us an
opportunity to delve into the history and contemporary perspectives of sex
therapy. My seasoned colleagues write plainly, cite sources, and create
opportunities for considering topics that are not often discussed. It is a gift
to have a reference such as this. It is important to note the Special
Populations section, where underserved and marginalized identities are
discussed with care, compassion, and recognition for culturally specific
needs.”
-Richelle Frabotta, MSEd, CSE, CSES; Education Services Director,
Southern Ohio Sexuality Education & Consultation Services
(SOSECS); AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator and Supervisor and co-author of The
Gender Revolution & New Sexual Health
“A treasure trove of knowledge! This
comprehensive guide is a clear must-have for anyone in the mental health field.
It provides a solid foundation of information that builds to address
increasingly more complex and nuanced aspects of clinical sexual health. Time
spent orienting to sexuality in general encourages readers to be curious and
sometimes to challenge the status quo that has been maintained for far too
long. Each chapter is clear and concise with suggestions that can be
incorporated into the next session. Cultural aspects are readily explored
throughout, offering relevant considerations and suggestions for how to create
and maintain inclusivity. This work provides an amazing amount of comprehensive
information that will benefit everyone from the lay person to the seasoned
clinician!”
-Sarah E. Wright, PsyD, CST/S; Licensed Psychologist and Director of Live
Wright Now, LLC; AASECT Certified Sex
Therapist/Supervisor and author of Redefining Trauma: Understanding and
Coping With a Cortisoaked Brain
Table of Contents
Dedication
Preface
Editor’s and Contributor’s
Biographies
Introduction to the Book
SECTION I: INTRODUCTION TO THE
SCIENCE AND ART OF SEX THERAPY
1 Making Sexual Health a Part of Your
Mental Health Practice
2 How to Do a Great Sexual Health Assessment
3
Sexual Health Assessment Tools and Measurements
4 Senior Sexual Health: The
Effects of Aging on Sexuality
5 Medications and Sexual Health
6 Ethics in
Sex Therapy
SECTION II: SEXUALITY MODELS WITH IMPORTANT CLINICAL
IMPLICATIONS
7 Sexual Identity and Sexual Expression: An Empirical
Reexamination
8 Sex and the Fourth Dimension: The Sexual Hypercube
9 The
Sexual Tipping Point Model
10 Sex and the CortisoakedTM Brain
11 Mindfulness and Sexuality
SECTION III:
SEXUAL DYSFUNCTIONS AND DISORDERS
12 The Treatment of Desire Disorders:
An Intersystem Approach
13 Female Sexual Arousal and Orgasm: Pleasures and
Problems
14 Female Genital Pain
15 Assessment and Treatment of Erection
Dysfunction
16 Clinical Management of Ejaculatory Problems
17 Innovative
Methods in Treating Patients With Sexual Trauma
SECTION IV: SEX THERAPY
WITH SPECIAL POPULATIONS
18 Cultural Responsiveness in Sex Therapy:
General Models and Considerations
19 Addressing Sexual Health Concerns of
Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Clients
20 Addressing Health Concerns of
Transgender Clients
21 Consensual Non-Monogamous Relationships: The Paradox
of Contemporary Relationships
22 A Liberatory and Intersectional Approach to
Sexual Health Care in Partnership with Disability Communities
23 Sex in
Pregnancy and the Family-Centered Perinatal Intervention/Education Model
24
Navigating Postpartum Sexuality
25 Golden Sexuality: Sex Therapy for Seniors
SECTION V: SEXUAL COMPULSIVITY & SEX OFFENDING
26 An Introduction
to Paraphilias With Special Focus on “Traveler” Sex Offenders
27 Do Men Use
Pornography as a Maladaptive Coping Behavior? An Inquiry, Case Studies, and
Best Practices
28 Assessment and Treatment of Active-Duty Members With
Compulsive Sexual Behaviors
29 Psychiatric Consulting with Courts on Sex
Crime
30 A Search for Redemption: A Sex Offender POV Story
SECTION VI:
THERAPIST GUIDES AND PATIENT HANDOUTS
Therapist Guides: American
Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists Code of Conduct;
Sexual Health Assessment Questionnaire; International Index of Erectile
Function (IIEF); Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI); Sexual Health Assessment
Battery: Self-Assessment of Family Support for Healthy Sexual Development,
Assessment of Sexual Health and Wellbeing Satisfaction, Assessment of Your Big
Wheel of Health and Wellbeing; Sharing the Treatment Plan for Sex Therapy;
Sexual Health Word Cue Paradigm.
Patient Handouts: Sensual Pleasuring
Through Sensate Focus Exercises; Kegel Exercises (Pelvic Floor Exercises);
Personalized Health Maintenance and Relapse Prevention Plan; Use of Mobile
Applications to Augment Psychotherapy; The Nitty-Gritty of Positivity! Sexual
Self-Image Exercises; A Health Care Professional’s Guide to Contemporary Sexual
Myths
Subject Index
CE Program
A supplemental 25-30 credit continuing education program will be available for this book at a later date.
About the Editors
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