Principles and Practice of Sex Therapy

by Sandra R. Leiblum (Editor), Raymond C. Rosen (Editor)

The past decade has seen sweeping changes in the diagnosis and treatment of sexual disorders. Bringing the field of sex therapy up to date, the third edition of this classic work reports on a wealth of new developments in theory, research, and clinical practice. Existing chapters have been extensively revised, many with new authorship, and additional chapters added to address emerging areas of interest. Throughout, clear guidelines for assessment and treatment are brought to life by illustrative clinical material. Highlights of this edition include increased coverage of sexual desire disorders; a greatly expanded section on female sexual disorders, including a new chapter on sexual arousal difficulties in women; and a completely updated section on male sexual disorders, featuring a full discussion of Viagra and other vasoactive drugs. Other new chapters cover paraphilias and gender identity disorders. Featuring contributions from leading authorities, this volume maintains a careful balance between psychological and medical concerns. It will continue to serve as the definitive reference and text for both new and experienced clinicians, as well as students in the full range of mental health fields.

Genres: Psychology, Counselling, Sexuality, Nonfiction, Textbooks

514 pages, Hardcover

First published March 31, 1980

Reviews

[Amelia Sloan · Rating 2 out of 5]

There was some knowledge to take away but the limitations made it hard to read. Its outdated, medicalized/DSM focused, cis-hetero dominated, trans phobic, among many other limitations. If diagnosis is important for you and your practice, then there will be a lot to take away. Very limited critical capacity in talking about sex and sexuality for all genders or in taking a holistic view. I would HIGHLY recommend rounded this out with other sex therapy texts and authors.

[Jessica Clark · Rating 2 out of 5]

If you're looking for the medical model's overview of sex therapy and sexual disorders- this is a good overview for you. Some of the messaging is sexist, transphobic, and definitely not holistic. This book should be read in addition to David Schnarch or other MFT works for a better rounded approach to working with sexual disorders.

[lyraand · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book contains wildly misinformed, outdated, unscientific, and harmful views on trans people.

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[Sarah Hubbard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very practical guide for sex therapy.

[darrienmichael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good for its intended purpose as a master's level text book. I'll keep it and refer to it as needed.

[Joy Fox · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good basic textbook on sexual disorders geared for therapists who want to practice sex therapy.

[Elizabeth L · Rating 4 out of 5]

sex therapy graduate course at SLU in 2003

[Svetlana Lukens]

it is nice to read the book

[lyraand · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book contains wildly misinformed, outdated, unscientific, and harmful views on trans people.

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[Jill Sumi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read for class