Description
Book SynopsisThis book discusses how silence around taboo topics can undermine the teaching, practice, and profession of psychotherapy.
Table of ContentsDedication
Acknowledgements
Introduction: Unspoken Topics in Psychotherapy and How This Book Can Help Break the Silence
Part I: The Problem of the Unspoken 1. A Chilling Context for Psychotherapy: Cancel Culture, Hyperpolarization, Books and Topics Banned by the State, Frightened Academics, and Self-Censorship
2. A Silenced Profession: The Toxic Effects of Taboo Topics
3. Systems of Silencing and Cognitive Cues for Keeping Quiet
4. An Example of the Problem: Therapists' Sexual Attractions, Arousals, and Fantasies
Part II: Preparing to Break the Silence 5. Looking Inward: A Self-Assessment of How We Respond to Challenging Topics
6. Strengthening the Courage to Speak Up: Creating a Supportive Context
Part III: Speaking the Unspoken—Exercises for Exploring and Learning 7. Talking About Physical Difference and Disability
8. Talking About Sexual and Affectional Orientation
9. Talking About Sexual Reactions to Clients
10. Talking About Anger
11. Talking About Oppression
12. Speaking Up About White Supremacy Culture
13. Talking About Religion
14. Talking About Money and Fees
15. Talking About Death and Dying
Part IV: Speaking the Unspoken Beyond Psychotherapy 16. Speaking Up in Supervision and Consultation
17. Speaking Up in the Profession and the Community
Part V: But What If... 18. Hitting a Wall, or The Wall Hitting Us: What to Do When Confused, Scared, Disheartened, or Stuck
References
About the Authors
Index
