Clinician''s Guide to Ethical Non-Monogamous Relationships - Working With Clients With Alternative Lifestyles

This book is a comprehensive guide designed to help mental health professionals understand and meet the unique needs of individuals in ethical non-monogamous relationships.

List of contents

Part I: Foundational Knowledge 1. What is Ethical Non-Monogamy (EMN) 2. Relationship Structures 3. Examining Clinician's Bias 4. Clinical Misconceptions about Alternative Relationships 5. Ethical Clinical Practice with ENM Clients Part II: Clinician's Guide and Treatment Plans Step 1. Exploring Their Why and Uncovering Fears Step 2. Attachment Styles Step 3. Communication Step 4. Risks, Stigma, and Sexual Orientation Step 5. Relationship Structure Step 6. Navigating Jealousy, Rejection Sensitivity and Discovering Compersion Step 7. Common Issues in ENM Step 8. Managing Relationships Part Step 9. Established ENM Clients Experiencing Issues Part III: Therapeutic Resources

About the author

Stephanie Sigler, PhD, is a licensed professional counselor, certified sex therapist, and clinical sexologist with expertise in alternative relationships and sexual health. She is a professional member of ASSECT and an affiliate of the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom.

Summary

This book is a comprehensive guide designed to help mental health professionals understand and meet the unique needs of individuals in ethical non-monogamous relationships.

Product details

• Authors: Stephanie Sigler
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 19.07.2024
• EAN: 9781032729817
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3272981-7
• No. of pages: 428
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Clinical medicine; PSYCHOLOGY / Psychotherapy / Couples & Family, Family psychology, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy: couples and families