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Deconstructing Sexual Shame - Implications for Clinical Counselors and Counselor Educators

University of North Florida

Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education

Volume 3 Issue 1, Article 3

2021

Stacey Diane A. Litam

Cleveland State University

Megan Speciale

Palo Alto University

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Recommended Citation Litam, S. A., & Speciale, M. (2021). Deconstructing Sexual Shame: Implications for Clinical Counselors and Counselor Educators. Journal of Counseling Sexology & Sexual Wellness: Research, Practice, and Education, 3 (1), 14-24. https://doi.org/10.34296/03011045

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Although clients often seek treatment for sexuality-related concerns, counselors may lack the competence, comfort, and skills to adequately address these issues. Counselors may address these treatment barriers by developing a sex-affirming counseling framework. The following article outlines the importance of deconstructing sexual shame within clinical counseling settings and provides specific strategies to enhance the sexual empowerment of clients.

Keywords: sexuality, intimacy, shame, counseling, sex affirming