Intersectionality, Sexuality and Psychological Therapies (eBook)

Dr. Roshan das Nair works as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, and at the University of Nottingham. He has previously worked in the areas of sex, sexuality, and HIV/AIDS in Zambia and India. He is a board member of the Nottingham Sexual Health Providers forum and was the editor-in-chief of the Psychology of Sexualities Review of the British Psychological Society's Psychology of Sexualities Section. He is also their representative on The International Network on Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Concerns and Transgender Issues in Psychology. Dr. Catherine Butler has worked in HIV and Sexual Health her entire career, and most recently was Consultant Clinical Psychologist for Infection & Immunology at Barts & The London Hospital Trust. Her previous publications and academic interests include co-editing the book Sex, Sexuality and Therapeutic Practice, editing special editions of The Psychologist, Lesbian and Gay Psychology Review, Clinical Psychology Forum and numerous book chapters and articles on the topics of minority sexualities, sexual assault, HIV, working with interpreters, and personal/professional integration

Contributors ix

Foreword by Dominic Davies xv

Acknowledgements xvii

Introduction 1

Roshan das Nair & Catherine Butler

1 Intersecting Identities 9

Damien W. Riggs & Roshan das Nair

2 Gender 31

Sonja J. Ellis

3 Race and Ethnicity 59

Roshan das Nair & Sonya Thomas

4 Religion 89

Roshan das Nair & Sonya Thomas

5 Refugees and Asylum Seekers 113

Stephen Higgins & Catherine Butler

6 Social Class 137

Roshan das Nair & Susan Hansen

7 Physical Health 163

Adam Jowett & Elizabeth Peel

8 Mental Health 185

Roshan das Nair & Sarah Fairbank

9 Disability 213

Catherine Butler

10 Age and Ageing 239

Stuart Gibson & Susan Hansen

11 From Invert to Intersectionality: Understanding the Past and
Future of Sexuality 263

Esther D. Rothblum

Index 269

This important text provides compelling insights into the
relationships of LGB people, sociocultural differences and how
these intersect. Working with challenging material in a
comprehensible manner, it is the ideal introduction to the
multiplicity of ways LGB communities engage with contemporary
social life. Stimulating and well written, it deserves to be on
every shelf and e-shelf!

--Lyndsey Moon, Chair of the Psychology of Sexualities
Section of the British Psychological Society & Counselling
Psychologist

It is difficult to encapsulate the richness of this book in a
few words. Rather than passing references to variability in
experiences, in this book, areas of "difference" truly intersect,
enhancing and deepening the understanding of each of the issues
involved. A rare accomplishment in its thoroughness and clarity, I
am sure it will be widely read and used by clinicians in training
as well as by experienced practitioners.

--Oliva Espin, Professor Emerita,
Department of Women's Studies, San Diego State University
& California School of Professional Psychology, Alliant
International University

An important book for the psychological therapies profession,
bringing together research and exploring new ideas. The editors
demonstrate successfully the diversity within the lesbian, gay and
bisexual population, stressing the importance of the individual and
highlighting best practice along the way. A recommended read for
all health professionals.

--James Taylor, Health Officer, Stonewall

This book will be a great tool in developing confidence around
cultural sensitivities and understandings in respect to diversity
within LGB communities. It will encourage practitioners to
consider aspects of social or psychological impact that
non-heterosexual clients may experience, in ways they may not have
fully appreciated before.

--Michelle Grimwood, Non-executive Director of
Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Trust & Diversity Ambassador
for Public Appointments by the Government Equalities
Office