Handbook for Human Sexuality Counseling


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Sexuality is a significant part of the human experience, yet it is often a neglected topic in both counselor training and the counseling process. In this preeminent guide, expert clinicians with a variety of mental health and medical backgrounds write on diverse issues related to sexuality through a radical acceptance lens. Each chapter illustrates an affirmative and expansive approach to sexuality that consider's clients' sexual an cultural idetntities and emphasizes sexual wellness. Students and professionals alike will learn how to respectfully and ethically approach sexuality considerations not commonly mentioned in the profesioonal literature, such as sexuality and disability, healing after sexual violence, older adult sexuality, the impact of chronic illness on sexual expression, and paraphilias. The text is organized around eight comprehensive parts- Foundations; Physiological and Psychological; Attraction, Orientation, and Gender; Sexual Wellness; Sexual Agency; Approaches to Sexual Divergence; Relationships; and Education- with case examples, "Questions You Always Wanted to Ask," and additional resources interwoven throughout.




Science of Sexuality: Ultimate 7 Book Collection


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Welcome to the captivating world of "Sexual Secrets," a comprehensive collection of books that delves into the complex and fascinating aspects of human sexuality. This series explores the depths of sexology, offering a rich tapestry of knowledge that covers the foundations of human sexuality and the desire to explore various intimate experiences. Introduction to Sexology: Embark on a journey of self-discovery and understanding by unveiling the foundational principles of sexology. This introductory book sets the stage for the entire collection, laying the groundwork for an exploration of the science of human sexuality. From physiological aspects to psychological dimensions, dive into the complexities that make each individual's intimate experience unique. Sex Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide: Navigate the intricate landscape of sex therapy with a comprehensive guide designed to tackle a range of challenges and enhance intimate connections. This book provides valuable insights into therapeutic approaches that empower individuals and couples to overcome obstacles, fostering healthier and more fulfilling relationships. Libido: The Promise of Pleasure: Delight in the exploration of libido, the driving force behind human desire. This book examines the multifaceted nature of libido, revealing its secrets and potential. Discover how understanding and embracing libido can lead to a more fulfilling and satisfying intimate life. Clitoris – An Introduction: Begin an enlightening exploration of a central and often misunderstood aspect of female anatomy: the clitoris. This book offers a thorough introduction, celebrating the clitoris as a key player in female pleasure. Gain a deeper understanding of its anatomy, function, and significance in the intricate tapestry of human sexuality. Erotic Intelligence: Embark on a personal journey to uncover the secrets of erotic intelligence for a more knowledgeable and intimate sexual life. The Ultimate Guide to Orgasm: Unveiling the Science, Myths, and Secrets of Human Pleasure: Discover the science, dispel the myths, and unveil the secrets surrounding one of the most sought-after and elusive aspects of human pleasure: the orgasm. This book delves deep into the physiological and psychological mechanisms that contribute to this transcendent experience, offering a holistic perspective on the pursuit of pleasure. The BDSM Manual: A Comprehensive Guide to Kinks, Fetishes, and Power Dynamics: Enter the world of kinks, fetishes, and power dynamics with a thorough guide to BDSM. This final book in the collection explores the diverse and consensual exploration of power dynamics, providing insights, safety guidelines, and a celebration of the rich tapestry of human desires




Handbook of LGBTQ-Affirmative Couple and Family Therapy


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This comprehensive second edition inspires therapists to utilize clinical work to pragmatically address intersectional oppressions, lessen the burden of minority stress, and implement effective LGBTQ affirmative therapy. A unique and important contribution to LGBTQ literature, this handbook includes both new and updated chapters reflecting cutting-edge intersectional themes like race, ethnicity, polyamory, and monosexual normativity. A host of expert contributors outline the best practices in affirmative therapy, inspiring therapists to guide LGBTQ clients into deconstructing the heteronormative power imbalances that undermine LGBTQ relationships and families. There is also an increased focus on clinical application, with fresh vignettes included throughout to highlight effective treatment strategies. Couple and family therapists and clinicians working with LGBTQ clients, and those interested in implementing affirmative therapy in their practice, will find this updated handbook essential.




The Wiley Handbook of Sex Therapy


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The Wiley Handbook of Sex Therapy ist ein umfassendes und auf empirischer Basis überarbeitetes Werk zur jüngsten Theorie und Praxis in der psychotherapeutischen Behandlung sexueller Probleme quer durch alle Klientengruppen. -In vier Abschnitten werden spezifische sexuelle Fehlfunktionen, theoretische Ansätze der Sexualtherapie, die Arbeit mit der Diversität der Klienten und zukünftige Richtungen in der Sexualtherapie dargestellt. -Vertritt einen ganzheitlichen Ansatz in der Sexualtherapie, fokussiert auf die Anwendung einer Bandbreite psychotherapeutischer Theorien und Techniken mehr als nur auf die gängigen Verhaltensstrategien. -Fallstudien dokumentieren das breite Spektrum an Zuständen, die Klienten erleben können und die Sexualtherapeuten daher im Beratungsraum antreffen. -Enthält Beiträge von mehr als 60 Experten verschiedenster Fachrichtungen.




The Complete Hucow Handbook


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This is a complete handbook for masters and consensual submissives who wish to train or become human cows, or hucows. This manual contains information on legal, safety, and health considerations, how to train your hucow, the physiology of the breast and inducing lactation, how to obtain a proper latch while suckling the breast, naming your hucow, what breast milk is made of, other breast worship paraphilias, and much more.




Research Handbook on Gender, Sexuality and the Law


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This innovative and thought-provoking Research Handbook explores not only current debates in the area of gender, sexuality and the law but also points the way for future socio-legal research and scholarship. It presents wide-ranging insights and debates from across the globe, including Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and Australia, with contributions from leading scholars and activists alongside exciting emergent voices.




The Routledge Handbook of Male Sex Work, Culture, and Society


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Panoramic and provocative in its scope, this handbook is the definitive guide to contemporary issues associated with male sex work and a must read for those who study masculinities, male sexuality, sexual health, and sexual cultures. This groundbreaking volume will have a powerful impact on our understanding of this challenging, elusive subject. While the internet has brought the previously hidden worlds of male sex work more starkly into public view, academic research has often remained locked into descriptions of male sex workers and their clients as perverse. Drawing from a variety of regions, the chapters provide insights into the historical, popular cultural, social, and economic aspects of sex work, as well as demographic patterns, health outcomes, and policy issues. This approach shifts thought on male sex work from a hidden "social problem" to a publicly acknowledged "social phenomenon." The book challenges myths and reconceptualizes male sex work as a discrete field. Importantly, it provides a vehicle for the voices of male sex workers and new and established scholars. This richly detailed, humane, and innovative collection retrieves male sex work from silence and invisibility on the one hand and its association with scandal and stigma on the other. The findings within have profound implications for how governments approach public health and regulation of the sex industry and for how society can make sense of the complexities of human sexualities. A compelling scholarly read and a major contribution to a commercial sector that is often neglected in policy debates on sex work, this handbook will be of great interest to scholars of criminology, sociology, gender studies, and cultural studies and all those interested in male sex work.




The Palgrave Handbook of Sexual Ethics


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The Palgrave Handbook of Sexual Ethics is a comprehensive collection of recent research on the ethics of sexual behavior, representing a wide range of perspectives. It addresses a number of traditional subjects in the area, including questions about pre-marital, extra-marital, non-heterosexual, and non-procreative sex, and about the nature and significance of sexual consent, sexual desire, and sexual activity, as well as a variety of more recent topics, including sexual racism, sexual ableism, sex robots, and the #metoo response to sexual harassment. Each chapter defends a substantive thesis about the topic it addresses and the handbook as a whole thereby provides a strong foundation for future research in this important and growing field of inquiry.




The Routledge Handbook of Philosophy of Sex and Sexuality


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This Handbook covers the most urgent, controversial, and important topics in the philosophy of sex. It is both philosophically rigorous and yet accessible to specialists and non-specialists, covering ethics, political philosophy, metaphysics, the philosophy of science, and the philosophy of language, and featuring interactions with neighboring disciplines such as psychology, bioethics, sociology, and anthropology. The volume’s 40 chapters, written by an international team of both respected senior researchers and essential emerging scholars, are divided into eight parts: I. What is Sex? Is Sex Good? II. Sexual Orientations III. Sexual Autonomy and Consent IV. Regulating Sexual Relationships V. Pathologizing Sex and Sexuality VI. Contested Desires VII. Objectification and Commercialized Sex VIII. Technology and the Future of Sex The broad scope of coverage, depth in insight and research, and accessibility in language make The Routledge Handbook of Philosophy of Sex and Sexuality a comprehensive introduction for newcomers to the subject as well as an invaluable reference work for advanced students and researchers in the field.




Kink-Affirming Practice


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Kink-Affirming Practice is an essential guide on how clinicians can ethically and effectively integrate elements of their client’s BSDM identities and practices into their treatment planning, creative interventions, and client self-care. Embracing both an anthropological understanding of this diverse yet still marginalized community, as well as a sex-positive approach to mental health, Stefani Goerlich recognizes the ways in which specific power exchange dynamics can evoke positive behavioral changes in clients, and guides the reader in how to integrate these concepts into their clinical work. Chapters discuss the foundations of BDSM, what is meant by kink-affirming practice, the purpose of claiming power and ceding control, integrating and reclaiming identities, dominant/submissive personas, and the benefits of caregiving kink, such as pet play. It practically discusses how to conduct a kink-affirming risk assessment, as well as exploring topics like ethical and health boundary setting, how to gain informed consent, and the unique issues that arise when clinicians catch themselves romancing the kink. This book is invaluable reading for professionals working with clients who engage in BDSM activities, such as marriage and family therapists, sex therapists, clinical social workers, and counselors. It may also be useful reading for students on both undergraduate and graduate level human sexuality and sexuality courses.