Two models of heterosexual identity development are discussed. The models were developed for different reasons and thus represent different ways of conceptualizing heterosexuality identity development. The strengths and weaknesses of each model are presented and the two models are compared and contrasted. Apart from the models themselves, these two major contribution articles serve to further expand the lexicon associated with sexual identity as well as further the lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB)-affirmative counterdiscourse in the field of counseling psychology.
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