WOMEN, S M, AND THERAPY

The author offers feminist therapists an introduction to the history, practices and community structures of S/M practitioners. Without a bas ic knowledge of S/M sexuality (and the ability to separate myths about S/M from facts), therapists cannot provide their S/M-practicing clien ts optimal care. Literature from a sexological and S/M community persp ective is recommended for those professionals who wish to expand their knowledge of this constellation of erotic practices and the issues wi th which its practitioners might commonly deal.