The Routledge International Handbook of Sex Therapy and Religion is an invaluable resource for clinicians, religious scholars, clergy, and anyone interested in the intersection of religion and sexual health. By weaving together psychological theories, religious ethics, and cultural competence, this volume provides a holistic approach to sex therapy that honors the faith and values of diverse religious traditions. This handbook is not only a testament to the importance of integrating religious and cultural perspectives in therapeutic practice but also a vital tool for religious scholars and clergy in understanding and addressing sexual health issues within their communities. It serves as a call to action for greater competency in addressing the complex needs of religious clients in matters of sex, sexuality, and gender.
The Routledge International Handbook of Sex Therapy and Religion is an invaluable resource for clinicians, religious scholars, clergy, and anyone interested in the intersection of religion and sexual health.
1. Principles of Sex Therapy And Religion Part I. Sex, Sexuality,
Gender, And Religion
2. Sex, Sexuality, And Gender Within Judaism
3. Sex,
Sexuality, And Gender Within Catholicism.
4. Sex, Sexuality, And Gender
Within Protestantism.
5. Sex, Sexuality, And Gender Within Islam Part II.
Cultural Diversity within Abrahamic Faith Traditions
6. Cultural Diversity
within Judaism: Observant, Traditional, and Secular Expressions
7. Cultural
Diversity within Catholicism: Finding Common Ground in a Latino Context
8.
Cultural Diversity within Islam: Scottish. Pakistani, and Muslim Part III.
Sexual Dilemmas When Working with Religious Patients
9. A Jewish Perspective
Of Masturbation And Porn
10. A Christian Perspective Of Masturbation And Porn
11. A Muslim Perspective Of Masturbation And Porn
12. Jewish Perspective Of
Premarital Sex And Marriage
13. Christian Perspective Of Premarital Sex And
Marriage
14. Muslim Perspective Of Premarital Sex And Marriage
15. A Jewish
Perspective of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
16. A Christian
Perspective of Sexual Orientation 17.A Muslim Perspective of Sexual
Orientation
18. A Jewish Perspective of Alternative Sexual Behaviour
19. A
Christian Perspective of Alternative Sexual Behaviour
20. A Muslim
Perspective of Alternative Sexual Behaviour Part IV. Working With Religious
Clients
21. Working Through Unconsummated Marriages with Jewish Patients
22.
Working Through Unconsummated Marriages with Christian Patients
23. Working
Through Unconsummated Marriages with Muslim Patients
24. Working through
Sexual Anxiety with Jewish Patients
25. Working through Sexual Anxiety with
Christian Patients
26. Working through Sexual Anxiety with Muslim Patients
27. Working through Sexual Shame with Jewish Patients
28. Working through
Sexual Shame with Christian Patients
29. Working through Sexual Shame with
Muslim Patients
30. Working through Sexual Abuse with Jewish Patients
31.
Working through Sexual Abuse with Christian Patients
32. Working through
Sexual Abuse with Muslim Patients
33. Working through Infidelity with Jewish
Patients
34. Working through Infidelity with Christian Patients
35. Working
through Infidelity with Muslim Patients
36. Working through LGBTQ+ Issues
with Jewish Patients
37. Working through LGBTQ+ Issues with Christian
Patients
38. Working through LGBTQ+ Issues with Muslim Patients
39. Clinical
Application of Sexual therapy with Religious Patients
30. Conclusion
Dr. Caleb Jacobson is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist, sex therapist, and Bible scholar. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science (BS) in psychology, a Bachelor of Science (BS) in religion, a Master of Arts (MA) in theological studies, a Master of Science (M.) in psychology, a Master of Divinity (MDiv) in theological studies, a Master of Theology (ThM) in biblical studies, a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in clinical psychology, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Hebrew Bible, biblical archaeology, and psychological exegesis. He received Smicha (rabbinic ordination) in 2025. His clinical practice focuses on treating religious patients, male sexual dysfunctions, and rare and problematic sexual issues. A prolific author, Dr. Jacobson has written several books, including Sex Therapy with Religious Patients: Working with Jewish, Christian, and Muslim Communities. He is the founder of the School of Sex Therapy and currently serves as the president of the International Association of Psychosexual Therapists (IAPST).
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