SHA Study Abroad in Berlin - 2026
Join SHA and Dr. Justin Lehmiller on our next immersive educational event!
Berlin Study Abroad 5 day Program
Sept. 20th - SEPT 24th, 2026
Join the Sexual Health Alliance Study Abroad Program in Berlin for an immersive, global learning experience exploring sexuality, culture, history, and social change in one of Europe’s most influential and dynamic cities. This advanced program blends education, experiential learning, and cultural immersion—designed for professionals, students, and educators seeking to expand their global perspective on sexual health and human connection. All are welcome.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Berlin is internationally recognized for its role in shaping modern conversations around sexual freedom, identity, psychology, trauma, activism, and cultural expression. As a city deeply connected to both historical transformation and progressive social movements, Berlin offers a powerful setting for examining how sexuality, politics, and culture intersect.
The Sexual Health Alliance Study Abroad: Berlin 2026 will provide a research-informed, immersive educational experience for those working in sexual health, therapy, coaching, education, and sexology. Through guided discussions, site-based learning, and cultural exploration, participants will deepen their understanding of sexuality within a global and historical context.
This program is designed to enhance cultural sensitivity, critical thinking, and professional insight, while fostering meaningful connections with fellow attendees in an inclusive, sex-positive learning environment.
Who Should Attend?
Sexological medical practitioners
Sex therapists, counselors educators and other sexologists
Sexology coaches and wellness professionals
Sexual health scientists and researchers
Students pursuing careers in sexual health
Anyone interested in global, inclusive approaches to sexuality
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Berlin Sex Museum
Site-based learning experiences
Guided Cultural Walking Tour
Group discussion and reflection sessions
Q&A session with local sexual health professionals and educators
Community and connection dinners
See Where SHA Has Traveled So Far!
SHA Study Abroad Includes
Guest lectures from Berlin-based sexuality, therapy, and sexology experts
Behind-the-scenes tours of cultural, historical, and progressive sexuality sites
Daily cultural events, including local food experiences and city exploration
Sexual health and education sessions with local professionals and educators
Group welcome dinner and networking drinks
16+ AASECT Continuing Education credits included
Access to a Sexual Health Global Love online weekend
Online orientation session and meet & greet before arrival
Cultural immersion in sexuality, wellness, and education in Berlin
SHA swag, including study abroad t-shirt
Opportunities to connect with Dr. Justin Lehmiller and the SHA community
Make new friends from around the world — priceless experience!
Notes:
The “partner(s) ticket” is an add on ticket for your partner(s) that includes the daily cultural events and excursions, welcome dinner, Swag/shirt and other activities. It does not include the smaller behind the scenes tours or guest lectures. All of these activities are also already included in the overall course fees for the student participant.
Please arrive in Berlin by morning on Sept. 20th, with activities starting at 4:00 PM on Sept 20th. Plan to leave no earlier than Sept 25th. The last day (Sept 24th) will be a cultural day to meet other colleagues in the area and/or to visit a park, a club or anything else they have had their eye on throughout the program.
Curious about hotel recommendations? Much of the group stays at the same hotel. That information will be shared with you after you book your ticket. You’re of course welcome to stay anywhere you would like though!
“The SHA study abroad program is an amazing immersive experience not to be missed! Whether you’re a mental health clinician, educator, coach, or just curious about sexuality in other cultures - this is the program for you!”
Dr. Justin Lehmiller
Dr. Justin Lehmiller received his Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Purdue University. Dr. Lehmiller also is Director of the Study Abroad Program with the Sexual Health Alliance. He is a Research Fellow at The Kinsey Institute and author of the book Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life. Dr. Lehmiller is an award-winning educator, having been honored three times with the Certificate of Teaching Excellence from Harvard University, where he taught for several years.
He is also a prolific researcher and scholar who has published more than 50 academic works to date, including a textbook titled The Psychology of Human Sexuality (third edition released in 2023) that is used in college classrooms around the world.
Dr. Lehmiller’s research focuses on topics including casual sex, sexual fantasy, sexual health, and friends with benefits. His studies have appeared in all of the leading journals on human sexuality, including the Journal of Sex Research, Archives of Sexual Behavior, and The Journal of Sexual Medicine.
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This course offers students the opportunity to perform a comparative analysis of sexual attitudes and behaviors in Berlin and other countries. Students will also learn about cultural issues and have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture to enhance their cultural sensitivity and global perspective.
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Students are responsible for their own transportation, hotel accommodations, and meals. We will choose the best hotel and location for the activities planned at a moderate budget and you can choose to stay there or anywhere else you desire.
Book your flights and hotel to arrive in Berlin by morning on Sept. 20th, with activities starting at 4:00 PM. Plan to leave no earlier than Sept 25th. The last day will be a cultural day to meet other colleagues in the area and/or to visit a park, a club or anything else they have had their eye on throughout the program.
Feel free to extend your stay; we’ll provide a list of optional activities to explore the city.
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We’ll stay in the city center of Berlin to be close to most activities. We will meet at a central hotel most days, and many students may choose to stay there as well. We'll send the hotel's details and address after you reserve your spot. You are free to book accommodations anywhere you prefer—our suggestions are simply for convenience and our meeting point.
We will also offer the option for students to pair up and share rooms to help reduce costs as the program date approaches.
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Your Study Abroad ticket includes the Sexceptional Weekend: Global Love with Justin Lehmiller and Expert Guest lecturers. We highly recommend you to attend live online. If you can not, please let us know and plan to watch the recording later as this will be part of your course CEs. We encourage all study abroad students to be there. (Zoom links will be sent after you register).
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There are no pre-requisites required for the course. We welcome all students as well as non-traditional students regardless of profession or courses completed. We often have students from all over the world including but not limited to: Sex nerds or enthusiasts, sex therapists or coaches, sexual health practitioners or educators, researchers, academic professors, medical doctors, certified and non-certified students and more! You do not need to be a SHA student or member to attend! But, we're sure you will be forever a SHA fan at the end of the program! You'll also most likely be Justin's new bff! ;)
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Yes! Many of our students will attend more than one program. Each program offers different experiences, insights and perspectives. Some will even travel together between cities if the dates line up. Come to all of them!
Join the SHA Study Abroad in Berlin
Dive into the rich sexuality culture of Berlin with daily cultural events, expert guest lectures, and exclusive behind-the-scenes tours. Enjoy a group welcome dinner with drinks, and earn 16+ AASECT CEs while you learn. You'll also get a ticket to the sexual health global love online weekend and some awesome SHA swag. You will also get to connect with the amazing SHA community and Dr. Justin Lehmiller!
