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April 25-27, 2025- The Exceptional Therapist:Theory & Methods of Holistic Sex Therapy-Streaming Live

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Workshop schedule 

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST
BREAK: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST

Note: This is a 3-day course. You must attend all 3 days for credit. If we cannot verify your attendance for more than 20 minutes, you will be marked absent and not be given credit for any portion of the course.

Are you ready to be a great sexuality therapist?

What does it mean to be a sex therapist? What happens in the therapy room of a sex therapist, and how does it differ from other forms of therapy? In this training, we explore some of the nuances and tools that sex therapists bring into the room. Students will learn about some common models for sex therapy, and how to apply systemic frameworks to the practice of sex therapy. Students will leave with concrete skills that they can apply to their own practice, whether they are new to sex therapy or veterans of the field.

At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize how culture impacts and at times defines sexual functioning.
  • Identify at least three techniques for treating sexual dysfunction. 
  • Perform a psychosexual history.
  • Identify at least three sexual dysfunctions.
  • Name and discuss three theories for relational and emotional barriers to sexual functioning
  • Diagnose various sexual dysfunctions based on the DSM 5.
  • Recognize the role of diagnosis in both the therapist and client’s experience and conceptualization of sex therapy.
  • Critique assessment and treatment strategies of 2 other sex therapists via media clips.
  • Analyze anxiety’s role in sexual struggles.
  • Distinguish between the Parasympathetic and Sympathetic nervous systems.
  • Define and break down a common sexual dysfunction/diagnosis.
  • Describe several of the basic principles of mindfulness as they relate to the practice of sex therapy.
  • Define Sensate Focus.
  • Identify similarities and differences in how treatment is conducted in sex therapy versus traditional talk therapies.
  • Analyze their personal evolution as a sex therapist.
  • Examine the many ways sex therapy is practiced and experienced differently online

Instructors:

AASECT

This program meets the requirements for the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) and is approved for 18 CE credits. These CE credits may be applied toward the AASECT Certification and renewal of certification. Institute for Sexuality Education & Enlightenment, Provider #11-113-C. Completion of this program does not ensure or guarantee AASECT Certification. For further information please contact [email protected].

CORE KNOWLEDGE AREA: Theory and Methods of Sex Related Psychotherapy (A); Sex Related Assessment (B), Interventions in Relationship Systems (C)

SEX THERAPY TRAINING AREA: Theory and Methods of Sex Related Psychotherapy (A); Sex Related Assessment (B); Theory and method of approach to medical intervention in the evaluation and treatment of psychosexual disorders (D); Principles of consultation, collaboration, and referral. Engage in clinical sex therapy training through direct observation, demonstration, case review, or role-playing (E)