Constructing Authentic Relationships in Clinical Practice

<p>This essential text explores the intersectionality of the self in therapeutic practice bringing together theoretical foundations and practical implications to provide clear guidance for students and practitioners.</p><p>Bringing together a collection of insightful and experienced clinicians this book examines the ways in which intersectionality influences all phases of clinical and supervisory work from outreach assessment and through to termination. Integrating research with clinical practice chapters not only examine the theoretical intersectional location of the self for the therapist client or supervisee but they also consider how this social identity effects the therapeutic process and crucially work with clients. The book includes first-hand accounts case studies and reflections to demonstrate how interactions are influenced by gender race and sexuality offering practical ideas about how to work intentionally and ethically with clients. </p><p>Engaging informative and practical this book is essential reading for students supervisors family marriage and couple therapists and clinical social workers who want to work confidently with a range of clients as well as clinical professionals interested in the role of intersectionality in their work. </p>