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A Therapist at Work with Sexual Secrets
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- Published: May 2009
- ISBN: 978-0-415-99157-5
- Publisher: Routledge
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- By Gale Holtz Golden.
Written in a first-person, narrative style, In the Grip of Desire gives both the professional and lay reader the rare opportunity to experience the sequestered world of the therapist as she works with people who have sexual secrets and behaviors.
Referencing the academic literature and research, using rich case material, and a broad use of literary references, the book unpretentiously demonstrates the basic concepts and issues in treating compelling and legal sexual behaviors.
The book also offers a uniquely jargon-free, human view of the subject. Golden compassionately and non-judgmentally speaks to the universality of the experience of sexual obsessions and compelling sexual behaviors and their impact on relationships, families, and society.
Table of Contents
Introduction: Above All Do No Harm. Becoming Transparent. Denial: The Silent Dialogue. Anamnesis: Past History in Present Time. Treatment: A Time for Action. "I Sing the Body Electric": Techno-sex in the Post-modern World. The Legal Side of Sex: A Cautionary Tale. Some Call it Love: Unique Sexual Issues of Women. Stabilizing the Family System. Rapprochement and Relapse: "There is Still a Future". Epilogue: "Cradlers of Secrets".
Reviews
This is a refreshing and unique book that demonstrates how sexual problems can be resolved through breaking through silence and secrecy to openness, honesty, and compassion. It is written for the benefit of both professionals and lay audiences. - Eli Coleman, PhD, Professor and Director, Program in Human Sexuality, University of Minnesota Medical School
In the Grip of Desire discusses the therapeutic process of working with compelling sexual behaviors. It deepens understanding of underlying dynamics, clinical decision-making, assessment and treatment issues. It is both academically rigorous and rich with references from literature, emphasizing the universality of people’s struggles with sexuality. - Bonnie Saks, MD, President of the Society for Sex Therapy and Research, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Analytic Supervisor, University of South Florida
Gale Golden has given us an outstanding text regarding the treatment of an incredibly challenging clinical phenomenon. The masterful use of case histories gives the reader an intimate look at the inner lives of those struggling with sexual secrets, as well as the therapeutic formulations of an exceptionally talented therapist. - Daniel N. Watter, EdD, Chair, Diplomate Certification Committee, The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT)This book describes comprehensive, beneficial treatment that does not rely on behavior-control alone, or a "quick fix" approach that would lead to relapse. It is without exception, the best and unsurpassed clinical guide for psychotherapists to honestly help men, women and couples with sexual secrets! - Michael E. Metz, PhD, psychologist and co-author, Men’s Sexual Health
This easily readable book is based on case studies described by the author, each illustrating a different aspect of 'sexual secrets'.. It gives some useful insights in to key issues and best practice. --Jon Lavelle, author and owner of Blue Ice Consulting, in Addiction Today
"Holtz Golden approaches sexuality in a sensitive and authoritative way…Enlightening." - Jacqui de Mare in New Therapist 66, March/April 2010
"In the Grip of Desire was written as an armchair chat for professionals in other mental and physical health fields, informative as to what sex therapists can do, and how they can help a team of health providers guide patients towards wellbeing. But anyone entering sex therapy, concerned about the issues in their sex lives or those of their friends and family and wondering if sex therapy is appropriate - or those merely interested in the role of sex in our healthy, fulfilled lives - will find comfort, humor, and a dose of calm reality within its pages." - Cindy Ellen Hill in Vermont Woman, Feb./March 2010
"Holtz Golden approaches sexuality in a sensitive and authoritative way, guiding the practitioner through the process of sex therapy and the minefield that the discussion of sex in session typically poses for clients. She addresses the complexity of dealing with sexual issues, as well as the enormous threat that the disclosure of secret sexual behaviors poses to the stability of family, work and everyday life." - Jacqui de Mare in New Therapist 66, March/April 2010
