Expert-Led Sexual Health Alliance Events 2026
SEXUAL HEALTH ALLIANCE is a global leader in sexuality education for therapists, MDs, medical and mental health professionals. Since 2015, we've hosted live events that are progressive, expert-led, and engaging.
Our monthly live events are the perfect way to connect with an active, global community of the leading sexuality professionals. Dive deeper into a topic of your choosing, or enroll in a comprehensive Certification Program.
Reminder for SHA Students: Three to eight Sexceptional Weekends (occurring monthly) are included in your tuition.
Events, workshops and trainings are open to everyone unless otherwise noted.
Saturday, Jan 24 - Sunday, Jan 25
online sexceptional weekend
nobody Everybody Wants This – Sexology in the Real World
A practical online workshop with Dr. Tara Suwinyattichaiporn and expert speakers, exploring real-world sex coaching strategies, client dynamics, and intimacy guidance for therapists, educators, and wellness professionals.
saturday, FEB 21 - SUNDAY, FEB 22
online sexceptional weekend
The advanced practitioner summit: Imago, EMDR, trauma healing and applied sexology
A two-day online training for therapists and clinicians to deepen skills in trauma-informed care, relationship repair, and applied sexology.
SATURDAY, march 14 - SUNDAY, march 15
Global Love: Expanding Sexual Wellness, Pleasure and Connection Across Cultures
This immersive event brings together internationally recognized sex therapists, educators, clinicians, and cultural experts to explore how sexuality, intimacy, and relationships are shaped across cultures.
saturday, april 11 - sunday, april 12
online sexceptional weekend
Clinically Grounded Sexual Wellness: Modern Therapeutic Strategies for Treating Desire and Behavior Without Stigma or Junk Science
tuesday, april 21 - saturday, april 25
sha study abroad in paris
Join Sexual Health Alliance Study Aborad program and dive into the rich sexuality culture of PARIS with daily cultural events, expert guest lectures, and exclusive behind-the-scenes tours. Enjoy a group welcome dinner with drinks, workshops and earn 16+ AASECT CEs while you learn. You'll also get a ticket to the Global Online Weekend and connect with the amazing SHA community, faculty and Dr. Justin Lehmiller! All are welcome.
monday, april 27- FRIDAY, MAY 1
SHA STUDY ABROAD IN AMSTERDAM
Join Sexual Health Alliance Study Abroad Program with Dr. Justin Lehmiller as our guide in Amsterdam! Enjoy a group welcome dinner with drinks, workshops and earn 16+ AASECT CEs while you learn. Students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in Dutch culture in order to enhance their cultural sensitivity and global perspective. You'll also get a ticket to the Global Online Weekend and connect with the amazing SHA community, faculty and Dr. Justin Lehmiller! All are welcome.
FRIDAY, MAY 29 - SATURDAY, MAY 30
ONLINE SAR: SUPERNATURAL
A dynamic, experiential weekend that provides a real life opportunity for educators, counselors and therapists to get back in touch with their beliefs and attitudes toward various aspects of human sexuality.
saturday, june 13 - Sunday, june 14
online sexceptional weekend
out of control sexual behavior
Based on the award-winning book Treating Out of Control Sexual Behavior: Rethinking Sex Addiction, this intermediate-level Sexceptional Weekend provides clinicians with a modern, ethical, and evidence-informed framework for assessing and treating clients who experience sexual behavior as out of control.
SATURDAY, july 18 - SUNDAY, july 19
ONLINE SEXCEPTIONAL WEEKEND
online BUSINESS SUMMIT
This summit gives you direct access to professionals who have successfully built thriving sexuality businesses, sharing what actually works—from branding and marketing to navigating stigma and burnout. Whether you're just starting out or ready to scale, you’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and actionable strategies to grow your impact and income.
SATURDAY, august 8 - SUNDAY, august 9
online sexceptional weekend
Somatics AND Sexology
An immersive weekend exploring the intersection of somatics, embodiment, nervous system regulation, and modern sexology. This advanced training is designed for seasoned and aspiring sex therapists, medical professionals, coaches, educators, bodyworkers, and sexual health professionals who want to better understand how the body stores trauma, shapes desire, influences attachment, and impacts intimacy.
SATURDAY, september 5 - SUNDAY, september 6
online sexceptional weekend
Sexology Outsiders, Advanced Clinical Perspectives & Hidden Worlds of Desire
An immersive online weekend designed for therapists, coaches, educators, and healthcare professionals who want to better understand kink, CNM, and other alternative relationship structures through an evidence-informed, sex-positive lens.
Thursday, SEPTEMBER 3 - SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 6
ADVANCED SAR
Advanced Experiential SAR in Montreal, Canada
Held in vibrant Montreal during the city's world-renowned Fetish Weekend. This immersive educational experience is designed for mental health and medical professionals and advanced trainees who want to develop greater clinical competence, confidence, and cultural humility when working with clients from diverse sexuality, relationship, and kink communities.
sunday, September 20 - thursday, september 24
sha study abroad in Berlin
SHA’s Berlin Study Abroad program is an immersive educational experience exploring sexuality, culture, history, and sexual politics through a global lens, featuring expert-led lectures, site visits, and community engagement.
sunday, September 27 - thursday, october 1
sha study abroad in copenhagen
SHA’s Copenhagen Study Abroad offers a deep dive into sexual wellness, pleasure, and progressive relationship models, examining how education, policy, and culture shape intimacy and sexual health in Denmark.
Thursday, october 15 - Saturday, october 17
annual sexological conference
Celebrate our 2026 Annual Sexological Conference with special party Friday night! Details TBA. Join us for a transformative weekend of growth, networking, and exploring new perspectives on intimacy and human sexology.
SUnDAY, October 18
AMPLIFY Sexology COnference
AMPLIFY SEXOLOGY, is a curated space where creators, innovators, and media influencers gather. It’s where world-class work is awarded, leaders collaborate, and business connections are made. This is not another educational conference. It’s a high energy, collaborative conversation. This is where stories, ideas and experiences get funded, distributed, scaled and booked.
SATURDAY, november 7th - SUNDAY, november 8th
online sexceptional weekend
Perimenopause & Menopause online sexceptional weekend
Friday, november 20 - saturday, november 21
online SAR
SATURDAY, december 12 - SUNDAY, december 13
online sexceptional weekend
Couples & Relationships online sexceptional weekend
Join the Global Sexual Health Alliance Community
Connect with like-minded professionals worldwide in an inclusive, immersive network.
Expert-Led Certification Programs
Since 2015, SHA has helped 7,800+ attendees advance their careers with:
AASECT-Approved, all-inclusive & certification paths
Supervision & experiential SAR
Global access to top-tier education
Exclusive networking with industry experts
Build Your Sexuality Career
Choose from our comprehensive certifications:
Sex Therapy Certification
Couples & Sex Therapy Dual Certification
Sex Coach / Sexologist Certification
Sex & Relationship Coach Certification
Sexuality Educator Certification
Sexuality Counselor Certification
Not sure which program fits you? Take our quiz!
WANT TO BECOME SHA CERTIFIED?
Imagine completing your Certification in Sexology (and including your AASECT application) in a fraction of the time—saving hundreds of hours—while gaining every CE you need, all in one place. When you become SHA Certified, you’re not just checking boxes; you’re joining a global community of sex educators, counselors, coaches, and therapists who are shaping the future of sexual health.
Instead of piecing together conferences one by one and hoping they align with International standards or the (US AASECT requirements), you can enroll in SHA’s Sexuality Educator / Counselor / Coach / Sexology / Sex Therapy Certification Program, where every training is intentionally curated, tracked, and streamlined to support your AASECT path. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just a clear, supported journey from start to finish.
As an SHA Certified professional, you’ll gain:
Access to a thriving global community of practitioners and leaders
Expert faculty, mentorship, and guidance every step of the way
Exclusive SHA trainings, tools, and support you won’t find anywhere else
A complete, organized portfolio for international associations (including AASECT-aligned hours)
If you’re ready to take your sexual health education further—and become truly sexceptional—apply to become SHA Certified today. Your future clients (and your future self) will thank you. Apply HERE.
