The Leather Couch: Clinical Practice with Kinky Clients

by Stefani Goerlich

Overview

The Leather Couch provides a comprehensive overview of the BDSM and kink community and guides clinicians on how to meet the unique relational and mental health needs of its members.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367439910
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	09/09/2020
Pages:	260
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Stefani Goerlich is a sex therapist with over 15 years of experience in supporting clients with gender, sexuality, and relationship differences and issues related to these populations as well as the BDSM community around the country.

Table of Contents

1. What Does Kinky Look Like? 2. Intersectionality in BDSM 3. Power-Exchange Relationships 4. Morals, Values and Ethics in Kink 5. Myths and Misconceptions 6. Intimate Partner Violence, Sexual Assault and Consent in Kink 7. Diagnostics, A Discussion 8. Psychological Benefits 9. Clinical Considerations 10. Best Practices

Editorial Reviews

"Through sitting on the leather coach, Stefani Goerlich takes the therapist/reader on a respectful and immersive journey. She helps us understand our kinky clients, and gives us the tools to be able to join them in their work - compassionately, positively, and well-informed. A must read for all clinicians." - Prem K. Pahwa, LCSW, CST, co-director, The Sexual Health Certificate Program, University of Michigan

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