Psychotherapy with women

"The volume presents a coherent framework for thinking about intersecting identities - including gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, immigration status, and religion - as they influence how a woman develops and how she perceives and relates to herself and others. Described are ways in which exploring multiple contexts in collaboration with clients can help them generate a fuller understanding of the psychosocial challenges they face and open up new possibilities for their lives. The focus is on the three major areas of "love, work, and play": family and relationship issues; work issues and career development; and health, spirituality, and self-care. Rich case illustrations bring the process of therapy to life, demonstrating creative strategies for conceptualizing client problems and working toward mutually agreed-upon goals. Throughout, the importance of practicing from a self-reflexive stance is emphasized, and invaluable suggestions are offered for building strong therapeutic relationships across difference." "This book will be read with interest by psychotherapists from a range of backgrounds, including clinical and counseling psychologists, social workers, famil