Sexuality and Sex Therapy: A Comprehensive Christian Appraisal

By Mark A. Yarhouse and Erica S.N. Tan

Book Overview

A Comprehensive Survey of Human Sexuality from a Christian Perspective

The field of human sexuality is one of ever-increasing complexity, particularly for Christian therapists and psychologists seeking to be faithful to Scripture, informed by science, and sensitive to culture. In Sexuality and Sex Therapy, Mark Yarhouse and Erica Tan offer a survey and appraisal of this field from a Christian perspective, grounding sex therapy in the biblical affirmation of physicality and the redemptive purposes of human life.

This second edition

Integrates the latest research with a Christian worldview as the authors explore sexual dysfunctions as well as various clinical issues and treatments, Updates key research findings in each chapter, andAddresses more recent societal trends related to gender identity, non-normative sexualities, digital and social media, and other areas of interest.

Not only have Yarhouse and Tan written a standard resource for Christian therapists and counselors, but they also challenge the church to talk more honestly and openly about the blessing of human sexuality.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1514010976
• ISBN13: 9781514010976
• Release Date: February 2025
• Publisher: IVP Academic
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.4" x 9.1"