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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.
List of 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
About the author
Christopher R. Martell, PhD, ABPP, is Professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He is board certified in Clinical Psychology and in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology. He has led workshops around the world on behavioral activation and other topics. Dr. Martell is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and the Association of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies. He is a recipient of the Distinguished Psychologist Award from the Washington State Psychological Association, and has received honors and recognition as an instructor and clinical supervisor. He was a full-time practicing clinician for over 24 years prior to devoting his time to teaching, supervision, and research consultation.
Steven A. Safren, PhD, is Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School, Associate Director of the Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Program at Massachusetts General Hospital, and a research scientist at Fenway Community Health. He has published on LGBT mental health, behavioral aspects of HIV, and mood and anxiety disorders. Dr. Safren is the Principal Investigator of an NIMH-funded study of CBT for depression and HIV medication adherence.
Stacey E. Prince, PhD, is in private practice in Seattle and is a Clinical Instructor at the University of Washington. Dr. Prince recently served as co-chair of the Washington State Psychological Association's Committee on LGBT Concerns. She has been involved in several NIMH-funded studies, and has published on gender issues in depression, CBT for depression, and integrative behavioral couple therapy.
Summary
Presented are powerful treatment approaches for problems that are frequently encountered by gay and straight clients alike, together with clear-cut guidance for helping individuals and couples cope with the stresses of sexual minority status.
