Collecting sexual orientation in counseling research: Implications for counselor education

AbstractSexual orientation is often invisible in counseling research despite increasing LGBQ+ identity in the United States. We used consensual qualitative research to explore considerations from LGBQ+ counseling researchers for collecting sexual orientation. Three domains emerged: risks, benefits, and methodological considerations. Our findings highlight inclusive research practice strategies for LGBQ+ research participants.

Source: Counselor Education and Supervision - June 5, 2023 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Jordan B. Westcott, Dryden Epstein, Benjamin Wiley, Jess M. Westcott, Laura E. Welfare, Chase Catalano Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research