An analysis of problem areas and counseling experiences of gay white males.

An analysis of problem areas and counseling experiences of gay white males was performed in preparation for a larger study. Subjects were members of several gay organizations. A number of relationships among demographic variables and problem areas were found. Two factors, a general social functioning factor and a factor relating to acknowledging one's gayness to others (coming-out), accounted for almost 70% of the variance in a structure of problem areas. Approximately half of the respondents reported having had counseling experience. Of those reporting their satisfaction with the experience, the majority were satisfied. Results suggested that white, educated, middle-class gay males may not be underserved with respect to psychological service delivery.