Addressing Minority Stress and Enhancing Resilience with Diverse LGBTQ+ Clients

This volume brings together cutting-edge work of LGBTQ+ health experts and master clinicians on the forefront of treatment development, adaptation, and implementation. It is designed for clinicians, educators, students, and researchers who want to implement LGBTQ+ affirming practices today. Every chapter includes rich case examples, clinical dialogue, and lessons learned, with particular attention to under-represented topics (e.g., person-centered assessment, co-occurring trauma and minority stress) and groups (e.g., Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, veterans, older adults, people with disabilities).


“Although things have improved in healthcare for LGBTQ+ people, mental health professionals have much to learn in working therapeutically with LGBTQ+ patients. This volume represents a significant contribution in meeting this need. It is an invaluable book for clinicians and supervisors.”

– Marvin R. Goldfried, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Psychology (Ret.), Stony Brook University


“This outstanding volume comes at a critical time to prepare mental health professionals to meet the unique needs of LGBTQ+ people. This book should be in every training curriculum and read by every practitioner.”

– Debra A. Hope, Ph.D., Aaron Douglas Professor, University of Nebraska-Lincoln


“This essential guide equips clinicians with evidence-based strategies to address minority stress while enhancing resilience through an intersectional, affirming approach. An indispensable addition to any clinician's library!”

– David P. Rivera, Ph.D., Queens College, City University of New York


“This book fills an important gap in LGBTQ+ affirming care and elevates the voices of diverse authors across professions and settings. Readers will find this book accessible and practical in their day-to-day interactions with LGBTQ+ clients.”

– Michael P. Dentato, Ph.D., Associate Dean for Research & Professor, School of Social Work, Loyola University Chicago