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Christians who struggle with a conflict between their sexual and religious identities have few therapeutic options available to them. Sexual orientation change efforts (SOCE) have rightly fallen out of favor and are no longer practiced by most clinicians. At the same time, the common approach of gay affirmative therapy (GAT) can at times present challenges and may not be a good fit when clients hold to conventional religious beliefs and values.An alternative to these methods is Sexual Identity Therapy (SIT)an approach that aims to provide individuals with a safe therapeutic space to explore the tension between their sexuality and their faith. Working within the SIT framework, clients are able to resolve their inner conflict to their personal satisfaction and to freely choose a coherent identity that enables them to move forward in life.SIT has several stages, each designed to enable the client to make meaning out of his or her samesex sexuality. At no point in the process is the client encouraged to choose one sexual identity over another. The ultimate goal of SIT is congruence. Congruence is achieved when a person freely adopts an identity and lives it out in ways that are in keeping with his or her beliefs and values. The SIT model is brought to life throughout the book with the help of case studies drawn from the authors 20 years of experience.Written for both Christian and nonreligious clinicians, Sexual Identity and Faith is an informed, respectful, and nuanced guide to help people navigate the difficult conflict between who they are sexually and what they believe religiously.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Sexual Identity and Faith'? A: The book focuses on helping individuals navigate the conflict between their sexual identity and religious beliefs through the framework of Sexual Identity Therapy (SIT).
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Sexual Identity and Faith' is Mark A. Yarhouse, a professional with over 20 years of experience in the field.
- Q: What therapy approach does the book promote? A: The book promotes Sexual Identity Therapy (SIT), which provides a safe space for exploring the tension between sexuality and faith.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both religious and non-religious clinicians? A: Yes, 'Sexual Identity and Faith' is written for both Christian and non-religious clinicians, making it accessible to a wide audience.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from the book? A: Readers can expect to learn about navigating conflicts between sexual identity and faith, as well as case studies illustrating the SIT model.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 280 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the First Edition, published on April 15, 2019.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is available in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Sexuality.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that this book targets? A: The book targets individuals who experience a conflict between their sexual orientation and religious beliefs, as well as clinicians who support them.