Case vignette
Supporting a client sharing their sexual orientation.
Supporting a client sharing their sexual orientation.
Here's the dialogue between the therapist and Shaina, the client.
Things to consider.
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Creating a supportive space, as well as fostering an ongoing therapeutic relationship can help patients get comfortable with sharing new things about themselves, including their sexualities.
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Navigating the coming out process in personal, family, work and other settings can look very different. The decision to come out, in any context, is a very personal one. Supporting patients in their decision can help them navigate the feelings that arise.
Question to think about:
How would you support a patient who was coming out for the first time, in the therapy room?