The Routledge International Handbook of Sex Therapy and Religion

by Caleb Jacobson (Editor)

Overview

The Routledge International Handbook of Sex Therapy and Religion is an invaluable resource for clinicians, religious scholars, clergy, and anyone interested in the intersection of religion and sexual health. By weaving together psychological theories, religious ethics, and cultural competence, this volume provides a holistic approach to sex therapy that honors the faith and values of diverse religious traditions. This handbook is not only a testament to the importance of integrating religious and cultural perspectives in therapeutic practice but also a vital tool for religious scholars and clergy in understanding and addressing sexual health issues within their communities. It serves as a call to action for greater competency in addressing the complex needs of religious clients in matters of sex, sexuality, and gender.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781032213590
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	08/18/2025
Series:	Routledge International Handbooks
Pages:	740
Product dimensions:	6.88(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr. Caleb Jacobson is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist, sex therapist, and Bible scholar. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science (BS) in psychology, a Bachelor of Science (BS) in religion, a Master of Arts (MA) in theological studies, a Master of Science (M.) in psychology, a Master of Divinity (MDiv) in theological studies, a Master of Theology (ThM) in biblical studies, a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in clinical psychology, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Hebrew Bible, biblical archaeology, and psychological exegesis. He received Smicha (rabbinic ordination) in 2025. His clinical practice focuses on treating religious patients, male sexual dysfunctions, and rare and problematic sexual issues. A prolific author, Dr. Jacobson has written several books, including Sex Therapy with Religious Patients: Working with Jewish, Christian, and Muslim Communities. He is the founder of the School of Sex Therapy and currently serves as the president of the International Association of Psychosexual Therapists (IAPST).

Table of Contents

1. Principles of Sex Therapy And Religion  Part I. Sex, Sexuality, Gender, And Religion  2. Sex, Sexuality, And Gender Within Judaism  3. Sex, Sexuality, And Gender Within Catholicism.  4. Sex, Sexuality, And Gender Within Protestantism.  5. Sex, Sexuality, And Gender Within Islam  Part II. Cultural Diversity within Abrahamic Faith Traditions  6. Cultural Diversity within Judaism: Observant, Traditional, and Secular Expressions  7. Cultural Diversity within Catholicism: Finding Common Ground in a Latino Context  8. Cultural Diversity within Islam: Scottish. Pakistani, and Muslim  Part III. Sexual Dilemmas When Working with Religious Patients  9. A Jewish Perspective Of Masturbation And Porn  10. A Christian Perspective Of Masturbation And Porn  11. A Muslim Perspective Of Masturbation And Porn  12. Jewish Perspective Of Premarital Sex And Marriage  13. Christian Perspective Of Premarital Sex And Marriage  14. Muslim Perspective Of Premarital Sex And Marriage  15. A Jewish Perspective of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity  16. A Christian Perspective of Sexual Orientation  17.A Muslim Perspective of Sexual Orientation  18. A Jewish Perspective of Alternative Sexual Behaviour  19. A Christian Perspective of Alternative Sexual Behaviour  20. A Muslim Perspective of Alternative Sexual Behaviour  Part IV. Working With Religious Clients  21. Working Through Unconsummated Marriages with Jewish Patients  22. Working Through Unconsummated Marriages with Christian Patients  23. Working Through Unconsummated Marriages with Muslim Patients  24. Working through Sexual Anxiety with Jewish Patients  25. Working through Sexual Anxiety with Christian Patients  26. Working through Sexual Anxiety with Muslim Patients  27. Working through Sexual Shame with Jewish Patients  28. Working through Sexual Shame with Christian Patients  29. Working through Sexual Shame with Muslim Patients  30. Working through Sexual Abuse with Jewish Patients  31. Working through Sexual Abuse with Christian Patients  32. Working through Sexual Abuse with Muslim Patients  33. Working through Infidelity with Jewish Patients  34. Working through Infidelity with Christian Patients  35. Working through Infidelity with Muslim Patients  36. Working through LGBTQ+ Issues with Jewish Patients  37. Working through LGBTQ+ Issues with Christian Patients  38. Working through LGBTQ+ Issues with Muslim Patients  39. Clinical Application of Sexual therapy with Religious Patients  30. Conclusion

Editorial Reviews

"In 40 years of clinical sex therapy practice, I have never read a book like this! Caleb Jacobson has assembled a diverse group of authors who provide deeply thoughtful, highly insightful, and clinically useful essays on the nuances of working with religious sex therapy patients. Easily accessible to the secular sex therapist, this is more than just a textbook. This is a fascinating and thoroughly engrossing read. I believe this will be an invaluable resource for clinicians working with religious patients who are experiencing sexual difficulties."

Daniel N. Watter, PhD, Past President of the Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR)

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