Sin or Salvation Implications for Psychotherapy [Paperback]

When in therapy, women inevitably present both sexual and spiritual issues of importance. However, there has yet to be brought forth an integrating approach to womens sexuality and spirituality. The book fills this gap, integrating these two diverse yet connected aspects of therapy. This innovative exploration of womens experiences of their sexuality and spirituality is presented from a feminist psychological perspective, clearly illustrating the dichotomy that exists in Western culture and offering a unique approach for convergence. This book provides therapists with positive and self-affirming viewpoints and practical strategies to help harmonize sexual and spiritual issues in women clients.

The book uses a synergistic perspective to facilitate healing for womens psycho/sexual/spiritual growth and development. Therapists are provided with invaluable tools for personal understanding and clinical practice when considering sexuality and spirituality and how they interact in a clients life.

This book is crucial reading for psychotherapists, counselors, social workers, educators, pastoral counselors, and anyone interested in learning more about the intersections between sexuality and spirituality.

This book was published as a special issue of Women & Therapy: A Feminist Quarterly.

1. Introduction  Amy Mahoneyand Oliva M. Esp?n  2. Our Inner Black Madonna: Reclaiming Sexuality, Embodying Sacredness  Lillian Comas-D?az  3. Latina Health Activist-Healers Bridging Body and Spirit  Irene Lara  4. Five Therapists Personal and Professional Reflections and Integration  Sally D. Stabb, Debra Mollen, Carmen Cruz, Kelly Simonson, Avni Vyasand Karin H. Bruckner  5. Bridló#