An Interpersonally-Based, Process-Oriented Framework for Group Therapy with LGBTQ Clients

G.T. Lefevor, J.S. Williams

Abstract: Group psychotherapy may be particularly effective in meeting the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) clients; however, few frameworks exist that encompass work with both sexual and gender minorities. We synthesize the literatures on LGBTQ experiences - including transgender and gender non-conforming experiences - and interpersonally-based process-oriented (IBPO) group therapy to provide a such a framework. We discuss practical considerations for such a group including facilitator characteristics, time and place, format of the group, advertisement and recruitment, group composition, and rules. We