Developing Cultural Sensitivity in Psychosexual Therapy

Developing Cultural Sensitivity in Psychosexual Therapy is a pioneering compilation that provides a comprehensive exploration of the intricate relationship between cultural diversity and human sexuality. Featuring contributions from renowned psychosexual therapists and medical experts from Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, each chapter will delve into the unique challenges, practices, and insights related to psychosexual work within specific cultural contexts, particularly with a range of diverse communities. The book offers a rich tapestry of real-life scenarios and illustrations in work with a range of diverse clients including Black, LGBTQ, Orthodox Jew, Muslim, Observant Hindu, Sikh, and more. A great deal of attention is given to the seamless integration of scientific data with socio-cultural realities, treating readers to an immersive exploration that transcends conventional boundaries. Arguing that psychosexual relational therapy is historically impacted by colonialism, the book challenges a "one size fits all," mono-normative, Eurocentric approach, offering instead how to integrate social justice concerns both practically and philosophically. This unique synthesis of scholarly insight, lived experience, and clinical expertise makes this book a compelling read for any psychosexual or relational therapist.

Bernd Leygraf is the Chief Executive Officer at Naos Institute, Consultant Psychotherapist, and Course Director for LDPRT. He is the only Consultant Psychotherapist in his field. He co-authored the first MSc in Humanistic Psychotherapy as well as the first Master's programme in Psychosexual & Relationship Therapy in the UK. He also authored as well as led several Master's programs in the UK, primarily at South Bank University, Middlesex University, Westminster, and the University of Surrey. Dr. Bishurul Hafi NA, MD (Dermatology & Venereology), DNB, LDPRT (UK), ADPRT (NAOS), FECSM (Belgium), is a COSRT Registered Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist in India. He is an author of the ESSM syllabus for Sexual Medicine, holds a Fellowship in Sexual Medicine, and has been an invited speaker at multiple national and international conferences. Dr. NA Uvais, MBBS, DPM, PGDMLE, IFAPA, FRSPH, FRSB, is a psychiatrist and interdisciplinary leader, recognized as an International Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (IFAPA). His unique profile combines elite scientific research membership (Sigma Xi) with fellowships in public health (FRSPH) and biology (FRSB).

1. Introduction- Bernd Leygraf & Dr Bishurul Hafi 2. Not All Road Signs Are in English- Bernd Leygraf 3. Types of Cultures and Their Impact on Therapy- Bernd Leygraf 4. History of Psychosexual Therapy Work- Dr Bishurul Hafi and Dr Uvais NA 5. Cultural Sensitivity and the Clinical Use of Sexual Health Aids- Caleb Jacobson 6. Cultural Considerations for Effective Psychosexual Therapy with Jewish Individuals and Couples- Caleb Jacobson 7. Navigating Sexuality: Ethical Perspectives and Therapeutic Practices in Islamic world- Amira Eldeeb 8. Through the Looking Glass: Reflections from an Anglophone Therapist on Their Personal, Psychosexual, Cultural, and Spiritual Journey from 1960s to 2026- Jo Coker 9. An Introduction to Global Perspectives on Therapy for Neurodivergent People- Tiga-Rose Nercessian 10. The Journey of Psychosexual Therapy from the Middle East to the West- Dr Maha Nasrallah-Babenko 11. Psychosexual work in Singapore- Dr Oberdan Marianetti 12. Redefining Intimacy: Colonial Influence on Love, Sexuality, and Family in Sri Lanka Under British Rule- Dr Ramesha Jayaneththi 13. Unveiling Intimacy: Exploring Hindu Perspectives in Therapy- Urvashi Malhotra 14. Navigating the Intersection of History, Trauma, and Cultural Stigma: Psychosexual Challenges in Contemporary Poland- Justyna Kulczyk-Lewinska and Lukasz Birycki 15. Put the Viagra Down- Keeley Mardon 16. Healing Racialized Identities as Part of Couples Therapy-Dr Joanne M Collins 17. Cultural Sensitivity and the Navigation of Sexualities and Relationships in Iran- Fatemeh Mafi 18. Sexuality and Sexual Trauma Presentations in Those from Black and Minoritised/Global Majority Communities: Taking a Decolonised Approach- Divine Charura and Jodie Slee 19. Sexuality in a Moving World: Psychosexual Therapy in the Context of Multicultural Relationships and Migration- Vinicius Jobim Fischer and Alice Einloft Brunnet 20. Sexual Culture of the Hans in Ancient China and Its Development- ML Ng 21. Impact of In-Law Dynamics on the Heterosexual Couple's Relationship- Shobha Managoli 22. Uniqueness of Sexual and Relationship Therapy Among Polygamy Patients- Dr Wafaa Eltantawy 23. Psychosexual Work Among NRI Clients in India- Dr Bishurul Hafi and NA Uvais 24. Navigating Identity Conflict within LGBTQ+ Muslims- Saquib Ahmad 25. Psychosexual Therapy: Hopes and Challenges in Bangladeshi Population- Dr. Mohammad Shamsul Ahsan, Dr. Leuza Mubassara and Dr. Fatema Tuj Johra 26. Towards An Anti-Oppressive Psychosexual Psychotherapy Practice- Julie Sale 27. Epistemic Power Wheel: How Dominant Western Sexuality Frameworks Marginalize Alternative Worldviews- Bernd Leygraf