Reconciling Counselors’ Christian Beliefs and Lesbian,Gay, Bisexual,and Transgender Affirmation: A Grounded Theory |
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| Authors: | Gena M. Minnix |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Counseling and Human ServicesSt. Mary's University;2. Now at Department of Counselor EducationSeminary of the Southwest |
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| Abstract: | The purpose of this qualitative grounded theory study was to learn how 15 Christian heterosexual counselors successfully reconciled a perceived conflict between lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) affirmation and their religious beliefs. Obstacles to reconciliation, helpful factors, states, and participant characteristics were integrated into a grounded theory (the Relational Equilibrium Model) of religious‐based value conflict reconciliation to guide counselor educators and supervisors working with nonaffirming or conflicted Christian trainees to develop LGBT‐affirming dispositions and practices. |
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| Keywords: | Christian beliefs grounded theory LGBT affirmation counselor education and supervision value conflicts |
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