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The Counseling Psychologist, Vol. 19, No. 2, 177-196 (1991)
DOI: 10.1177/0011000091192004

Affirmative Psychotherapy for Lesbian Women

Christine Browning

University of California, Irvine

Amy L. Reynolds

University of Iowa

Sari H. Dworkin

California State University, Fresno

This article explores the unique issues and concerns facing lesbian women in our culture. Theoretical issues and effective therapeutic interventions in counseling lesbians are examined. Specific content areas highlighted include lesbian identity development and management, interpersonal and couple issues, and specific problems such as substance abuse, domestic violence, and sexual abuse. The article concludes with recommendations for treatment and suggestions for research.


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