title: Group psychotherapy for bisexual men and their wives.
abstract: A significant number of men and women experience conflict surrounding homosexual expression within marriage. As the media focuses more attention on these relationships, more bisexual men and their wives seek counseling or psychotherapeutic assistance. Based upon the author's research and clinical experience, this article outlines a group psychotherapy strategy for bisexual men and their wives. Relevant research and background data on mixed-orientation marriages are summarized. Treatment strategy explores intervention processes, resistances to treatment, the unique supportive experiences of the group, and qualities of the co-therapist who may provide assistance to bisexual men and their wives.
authors: T J
authors: TJ
authors: Wolf
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000328:Adult; D001727:Bisexuality; D005260:Female; D005783:Gender Identity; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008388:Marital Therapy; D008875:Middle Aged; D011615:Psychotherapy, Group; D012725:Sexual Behavior