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A 39-page guide
Purpose: Provides the foundational knowledge on asexuality, key terminology, the asexual spectrum, strategies for helping questioning patients, and methods for active allyship.
How to Use: Read this article thoroughly first. It is the core content that informs all other materials. Use it for your personal learning and as a reference guide.
Therapist Worksheets (5):
Purpose: These worksheets prompt self-reflection and application of the knowledge gained from the guide. They encourage therapists to assess their current practices and identify areas for growth in supporting asexual patients.
How to Use: Complete these worksheets personally after reading the main guide. They are designed for individual professional development and planning. Consider revisiting them periodically to track your progress.
Therapist Guided Journal Entries (5):
Purpose: Offers a deeper, more personal reflection opportunity on the emotional and practical aspects of supporting asexual patients, fostering empathy and strategic thinking.
How to Use: Engage with these journal prompts to process your thoughts and feelings about the content. This is a space for personal growth and developing nuanced approaches to counseling.
"Understanding Asexuality: A Guide for Patients"
Purpose: Provides age-appropriate, accessible information about asexuality directly for patients, promoting self-understanding, validation, and a sense of belonging.
How to Use: This guide can be shared directly with patients who are questioning their identity, or generally interested in learning more. You might keep printed copies in your office, link to a digital version, or use it as a reference when discussing asexuality with patients.
Patient Worksheets (5):
Purpose: These interactive worksheets help patients process information from the patient guide, reflect on their own feelings, and understand concepts in a guided, non-pressuring way.
How to Use: Use these worksheets in one-on-one sessions with patients, or in small group settings (e.g., LGBTQ+ support groups) if appropriate. They can facilitate conversation and self-discovery.
Patient Guided Journal Entries (5):
Purpose: Offers patients a private space for deeper personal reflection on their identity, feelings of isolation, experiences, and thoughts on allyship.
How to Use: Provide these to patients as a take-home resource for personal reflection. Emphasize that these are for them and that they don't need to share their responses unless they choose to.