Sexual Orientation, Identity, and Therapeutic Disclosure

I am a gay male obtaining my marriage and family therapy degree. 2nd year and seeing patients. 

Professionals commonly de-stress from their work with clients by keeping a daily record or writing a page in a personal journal. You are to write a one-page journal entry sharing your observations of this week’s assigned materials, including the weekly readings and video clip, such as a seasoned professional might record their personal perspectives on timely topics.

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Topics:

  • 23 The Biological Basis of Sexual Orientation
  • 24 The Gay Male
  • 25 Unique Clinical Issues Among Lesbians
  • 26 Optimal Erotic Intimacy Lessons From Great Lovers

Also, disclosure to patients about your sexuality… is it a good idea? If so, when?

I believe that it’s only relevant if it helps the patient, as is any disclosure. 

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