The Clinician's Guide to Ethical Non-Monogamous Relationships

Working with Clients with Alternative Lifestyles
1. Auflage 2024
ISBN: 978-1-032-72978-7
Verlag: Routledge

Buch, Englisch, 442 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 639 g

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.

Drawing on a wealth of research, case studies, and expert insights, Dr. Stephanie Sigler offers invaluable guidance on fostering healthy communication, managing jealousy and insecurities, and addressing the emotional dynamics that arise in non-monogamous relationships. With a compassionate and inclusive approach, this book helps mental health practitioners develop a deep understanding of diverse relationship structures. This book covers topics such as polyamory, open relationships, and swinging, addressing the specific needs and concerns of clients engaged in these relationships. It also encourages discussions of self-care for practitioners, ethical considerations, and addressing stigma within the therapeutic process. Sigler provides clinicians with step-by-step strategies and interventions mental health practitioners can implement in their sessions.

An invaluable resource for practitioners new to ethical non-monogamy, this book is equally essential for therapists looking to expand their knowledge and skills and can help practitioners provide meaningful support to clients in this often misunderstood and underrepresented community.

Zielgruppe

Professional Practice & Development and Professional Training

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sigler, Stephanie

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychotherapie / Klinische Psychologie Beratungspsychologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologische Disziplinen Sexualpsychologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologie / Allgemeines & Theorie Psychologische Theorie, Psychoanalyse
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychotherapie / Klinische Psychologie Familientherapie, Paartherapie, Gruppentherapie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

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

Über Autor(innen)

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.