Sexual orientation knowledge and attitudes and its association with therapy satisfaction among lesbian, gay, and bisexual plus Hispanic Puerto Ricans

This study aimed to examine the difference in therapy satisfaction between lesbian, gay, and bisexual + (LGB +) individuals and heterosexual individuals, and to identify the association between therapy satisfaction and the perception of knowledge and attitudes of their last therapist among the LGB + participants. Through an exploratory design with a comparative group, 125 LGB + and 75 heterosexual participants were recruited online by availability. Results indicate that the participants' sexual orientation has no significant relation on therapy satisfaction. However, there was a significant positive association between satisfaction with therapy and the LGB + participants' perception that their therapist demonstrated knowledge and positive attitudes. This research highlights the importance for continuous education and curriculum efforts on LGB + issues.

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This study aimed to compare therapy satisfaction between LGB+ individuals and heterosexual individuals, and to explore the association between therapy satisfaction and the perception LGB+ participants had of their last therapist's knowledge and attitudes. 125 LGB+ and 75 heterosexual participants were recruited online. Results showed no significant difference in therapy satisfaction based on sexual orientation, but a positive association between satisfaction and the perception of knowledge and positive attitudes from the therapist among LGB+ participants. This research emphasizes the importance of continuous education and curriculum efforts on LGB+ issues.