Affirmative Psychotherapy for Lesbian Women

This article explores the unique issues and concerns facing lesbian women in our culture. Theoretical issues and effective therapeutic interventions in counseling lesbians are examined. Specific content areas highlighted include lesbian identity development and management, interpersonal and couple i...

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Published in:The Counseling psychologist 1991-04, Vol.19 (2), p.177-196
Main Authors: Browning, Christine, Reynolds, Amy L., Dworkin, Sari H.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Client Characteristics (Human Services)
Counseling
Counseling Techniques
Counseling Theories
Females
Gays & lesbians
Lesbianism
Psychology
Psychotherapy
Social research
Women
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Summary:This article explores the unique issues and concerns facing lesbian women in our culture. Theoretical issues and effective therapeutic interventions in counseling lesbians are examined. Specific content areas highlighted include lesbian identity development and management, interpersonal and couple issues, and specific problems such as substance abuse, domestic violence, and sexual abuse. The article concludes with recommendations for treatment and suggestions for research.
ISSN:0011-0000
1552-3861
DOI:10.1177/0011000091192004