Foreword by Michael A. Perelman
Brief Overview of the Field of Sex Therapy
Why Are We Writing This Manual?
What We Are Going to Leave to Others
Why is Sensate Focus Based on Touch?
Why Does Focusing on Touch Sensations Help with Sexual Dysfunctions?
The Main Concept Underlying Sensate Focus: Sex is a Natural Function
The Formula for Implementing Sensate Focus Using Research-Based Techniques
The Purpose of Sensate Focus: Mindfully Touching for Your Interest
The Difference Between Sensate Focus 1 and Sensate Focus 2
Chapter 3:What Sensate Focus is Not: A Little Bit of History About the Confusions
Confusions About the Concept of Sex as a Natural Function
Confusions About Sensate Focus Suggestions: The Importance of Touch for Mindful Self-Focus
What is Sexual Dysfunction, and How Does it Differ from Occasional Sexual Difficulty?
What Are the Causes of Sexual Dysfunctions?
How Are Sexual Dysfunctions Evaluated and Treated?
Chapter 5:Sensate Focus 1: The Non-Demand Touching Suggestions
The Paradox of Powerful Presence
Chapter 6:Processing Sensate Focus 1 Instructions
Touching for Self by Describing One’s Experience vs. Focusing on the Partner
Moving the Toucher’s Hand (Handriding and Positive Handriding)
Chapter 7:Modifications of Sensate Focus 1 for Diverse Client Populations
For Specific Sexual Dysfunctions
LGBTQ, Sex and Gender Variant, Kink, and Non-Monogamous Clients
Chapter 8:Common Problems and Their Management in Sensate Focus
Delaying the Touching Sessions
Dislike Touching: Boring, Constraining, and Non-Spontaneous
Confusion About, and Difficulties With, Concepts and Instructions
Going Further Than Suggested on a Regular Basis
Chapter 9:Diverse Populations With Psychological and Physical Concerns
Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, or Psychosis
Difficult or Challenging Clients
Spectrum and Other Developmental Issues
Physical Challenges: Aging, Illness, and Disabilities
Chapter 10:Sensate Focus 1 and 2
Moving from Sexual Dysfunction to Sexual Enrichment: Sensate Focus 2
Techniques for Optimizing Sexual Intimacy and Interaction
The Relation Between Sensate Focus 1 and 2
Appendix B.Sensate Focus 1 Instruction for Clients
Appendix C.Sensate Focus Special Instructions and Modifications for Different Dysfunctions