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Authors: Janet Finn, Emily McNally
ISBN-13: 9781560239253, ISBN-10: 1560239255
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Taylor & Francis, Inc.
Date Published: October 2002
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Janet Finn

Book Synopsis

This book, a completely revised version of the authors' 1987 Dual Identities, offers insight on the special treatment issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) substance abusers. It describes stages of sexual identity transformation, looks at different counseling approaches, and gives practical suggestions for helping clients. Information is accessible to beginning and experienced counselors as well as patients. Finneagan, an alcohol counselor, and McNally, a psychologist and alcohol counselor, are co-founders and current board members of the National Association of Lesbian and Gay Addiction Professionals. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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This book, a completely revised version of the authors' 1987 , offers insight on the special treatment issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) substance abusers. It describes stages of sexual identity transformation, looks at different counseling approaches, and gives practical suggestions for helping clients. Information is accessible to beginning and experienced counselors as well as patients. Finneagan, an alcohol counselor, and McNally, a psychologist and alcohol counselor, are co-founders and current board members of the National Association of Lesbian and Gay Addiction Professionals. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Table of Contents

Foreword
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Ch. 1Introductory Material1
Ch. 2Background Information23
Ch. 3Counselor Competence49
Ch. 4Societal Prejudice and Oppression73
Ch. 5Internalized Homo/Bi/Transphobia91
Ch. 6Direct Treatment Issues119
Ch. 7Special Issues in Treatment141
Ch. 8Developing a Positive Lesbian, Gay, or Bisexual Identity163
Ch. 9Developing a Positive Transgender Identity197
Epilogue219
App. A: Glossary223
App. BOrganization Audit: Evaluating Organizational Attitudes and Practices229
App. C: Resources233
App. D: Suggested Readings245
References247
Index261

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