1st Edition
The Clinician's Guide to Ethical Non-Monogamous Relationships Working with Clients with Alternative Lifestyles
Part I: Foundational Knowledge 1. What is Ethical Non-Monogamy (EMN) 2. Relationship Structures 3. Examining Clinician's Bias 4. Clinical Misconceptions about Alternative Relationships 5. Ethical Clinical Practice with ENM Clients Part II: Clinician's Guide and Treatment Plans Step 1. Exploring Their Why and Uncovering Fears Step 2. Attachment Styles Step 3. Communication Step 4. Risks, Stigma, and Sexual Orientation Step 5. Relationship Structure Step 6. Navigating Jealousy, Rejection Sensitivity and Discovering Compersion Step 7. Common Issues in ENM Step 8. Managing Relationships Part Step 9. Established ENM Clients Experiencing Issues Part III: Therapeutic Resources
Biography
Stephanie Sigler, PhD, is a licensed professional counselor, certified sex therapist, and clinical sexologist with expertise in alternative relationships and sexual health. She is a professional member of ASSECT and an affiliate of the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom.
“As someone who specializes in working with diverse relationships, I am always excited to learn more about my clients lives and lifestyles. Stephanie Sigler has written an incredibly useful book, rich with knowledge (both academic and lived) and full of resources that clinicians can immediately integrate into their practice. This belongs on the desk of everyone who works with gender, sexuality, or relationship minorities.”
Stefani Goerlich, Author, Consultant & AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
“This book is an up-to-date citing edge book on open relationships. There is so little literature that is accessible to the public regarding ethical non-monogamy (ENM) that takes a clinical approach. This comprehensive guide is necessary for the mental health field, in which ENM and related topics in psychotherapy have been historically misunderstood and under-taught to clinicians.”
Joe Kort, PhD, LMSW, clinical director and founder of The Center for Relationships and Sexual Health in Royal Oak, Michigan
“As a therapist who works with couples either considering ENM relationships or are struggling with their existing ENM relationship, I found this manual to be a great help! It offers direction on the issues that need to be raised, and a clear plan for clients to take home and reflect on.”
Laurie Betito, PhD, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in Sex Therapy and has been a practicing Psychotherapist for over 30 years.
