Queer Humanism: Toward an Epistemology of Socially Just, Culturally Responsive Change

This article will begin by presenting queer theory and describing the tenets, followed by a discussion of how the tenets of queer theory align within the humanistic paradigm within counseling and psychology. The authors will explore the utility and application of queer theory into humanistic counseling practice, education, and discuss the possibility for future research. A pronounced focus of the article will center on the social justice implications of queer humanistic work, and the utility of the theory to promote self-exploration, holistic integration, and validation of all clients’ human potential.

Source: Journal of Humanistic Psychology - October 12, 2016 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Goodrich, K. M., Luke, M., Smith, A. J. Tags: Articles Source Type: research