Finding her voice: first class female sexuality

ABSTRACT

The focus of this clinical paper is twofold: (1) the equity model of female–male sexuality and (2) female sexuality as first class and that it is more variable, flexible, complex, and individualistic than male sexuality. We explore issues of desire, orgasm, and pain within the context of healthy female sexuality. Furthermore, we provide examples of how women and men, being intimate and erotic allies, promote healthy sexuality for the woman, man, couple, and culture.

KEYWORDS:

• Female sexuality
• couples therapy
• female–male sexual equity model

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Notes on contributors

Barry McCarthy

Barry McCarthy, PhD is a professor of psychology at American University. He has published over 100 professional articles, 26 book chapters, and 14 books on topics of relationships and sexuality. In addition, he has presented over 350 workshops nationally and internationally.

Lana M. Wald

Lana Wald Ross, MA is a PhD student in clinical psychology at American University. She has published more than 10 articles or book chapters on topics of relationships and sexuality.